By Yussif Ibrahim
Juaben (Ash), May 7, GNA – The Juaben Municipal Directorate of the National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE) has organised a civic engagement programme for students of Juaben Senior High School to deepen their understanding of the rule of law and the fight against corruption.
The engagement formed part of efforts by the Commission to promote good governance and responsible citizenship among the youth.
Mr. Kofi Adjormadoh, the Juaben Municipal Director of NCCE, urged the students to uphold the rule of law and conduct themselves responsibly in society.
He explained that the rule of law remained the foundation for peace, justice and national development, stressing that no individual was above the law.
Mr. Adjormadoh encouraged the students to respect national values, obey school regulations and avoid acts that could undermine discipline and social order.
He noted that corruption continued to hinder the country’s development by diverting resources meant for public services and weakening public confidence in state institutions.
The Municipal Director therefore called on the students to develop attitudes of honesty, accountability and patriotism to help build a better society.
“Young people have an important role to play in the fight against corruption. You must learn to say no to dishonest practices and become responsible citizens who will protect the interest of the nation,” he advised.
Mr. Moses Asiedu, a legal practitioner, took the students through some anti-corruption laws in Ghana and explained the legal consequences of engaging in corrupt practices.
He said corruption did not only involve money but also included abuse of power, favouritism, examination malpractices, bribery and other unethical behaviours.
Mr. Asiedu urged the students to cultivate integrity and transparency in their academic and personal lives, noting that ethical behaviour must begin at an early stage.
He encouraged them to become ambassadors against corruption by influencing their peers positively and speaking against wrongdoing in their communities.
The students were also educated on the importance of civic participation and the need to contribute meaningfully towards national development.
The facilitators answered questions from the students on corruption, civic rights and responsibilities, and ways young people could contribute to promoting accountability in society.
The engagement formed part of the Participation, Accountability and Integrity for a Resilient Democracy (PAIReD) Programme with funding from the European Union (EU) and GIZ.
GNA
Edited by Benjamin Mensah
Reporter: Yussif Ibrahim