NCCE PROMOTES INTEGRITY AMONG SEFWI WIAWSO STUDENTS WITH SUPPORT FROM GHANA ANTI-CORRUPTION COALITION

The Sefwi Wiawso Municipal Directorate of the National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE), with support from the Ghana Anti-Corruption Coalition, has intensified efforts to promote integrity and accountability among students of Sefwi Wiawso Senior High School and St. Joseph Senior High School.

The engagements sought to deepen students' understanding of corruption, its consequences and their role in promoting transparency within schools and communities.

Addressing the students, the NCCE Municipal Director, Mr. Laud Swanzy, emphasised that young people have a critical role to play in combating corruption, warning that its consequences could undermine their future opportunities and aspirations.

He explained that corruption involves the abuse of entrusted power for private gain and highlighted practices such as examination malpractice, falsification of academic records, favouritism and bribery in the selection of student leaders.

Mr. Swanzy noted that corruption deprives the country of resources needed to improve education, healthcare and other essential public services. He added that persistent corrupt practices deepen inequality, weaken institutions and undermine public confidence in governance.

He therefore encouraged students to demonstrate integrity through honesty, fairness, respect for others' property and responsible leadership. Student prefects were particularly urged to remain accountable in the discharge of their responsibilities.

The Municipal Director further encouraged participants to take an interest in community development activities and contribute to efforts aimed at promoting transparency and accountability.

Students were also educated on appropriate channels for reporting suspected corruption, including school authorities, the Police, the Commission on Human Rights and Administrative Justice (CHRAJ), the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) and the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO).

The interactive sessions provided opportunities for students to share their experiences and discuss practical measures for resisting corruption in their schools and communities.

The initiative reinforced the Commission's commitment to nurturing a generation of young people who reject corruption, uphold ethical values and champion integrity as a foundation for Ghana's democratic development.