NCCE Nandom Municipal Office Engages Identifiable Groups and the Public on 2026 Constitution Week Celebration

The Nandom Municipal Office of the National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE) has held a series of engagements with diverse identifiable groups within the municipality as part of activities marking this year’s Constitution Week Celebration, one of the Commission’s flagship civic education programmes.

The engagements were aimed at deepening citizens’ knowledge of the provisions of the 1992 Constitution and reminding them of the importance of constitutional rule in Ghana’s democratic development. The sessions also sought to encourage citizens to appreciate their rights, understand their responsibilities, and contribute meaningfully to the protection of Ghana’s constitutional democracy.

Held under the theme, “Upholding our Constitution in a Digital Age: Our Collective Responsibility,” the discussions highlighted the processes Ghana went through in drafting the 1992 Constitution, its adoption as the supreme law of the country, and its coming into force as a working document for governance.

Participants were reminded that the Constitution remains the foundation of Ghana’s democracy and provides the framework for the exercise of power, the protection of fundamental human rights, and the responsibilities of citizens. They were therefore admonished to uphold and defend the Constitution at all times, including in the digital age.

The engagements further stressed that the principles of the Constitution and other laws of the country have not lost their relevance despite the rapid digital disruption being experienced in recent times. Participants were encouraged to recognise that digital platforms, especially social media, must be used responsibly and in ways that promote peace, respect, tolerance, and national unity.

The NCCE noted that while the digital space offers opportunities for civic participation, public education, and access to information, it can also be misused to spread false information, attack the dignity of others, and undermine democratic values. Participants were therefore urged to verify information before sharing, avoid abusive language, and respect the fundamental human rights of others in their online interactions.

The Commission encouraged participants to use their social media platforms to promote knowledge of the 1992 Constitution and support responsible civic engagement. It further reminded them that upholding the Constitution is a collective duty that requires active participation from all citizens, both online and offline.