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NCCE Mourns Eight Patriots Lost in Adansi Akrofuom Helicopter Crash
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NCCE Mourns Eight Patriots Lost in Adansi Akrofuom Helicopter Crash

The National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE) has joined the nation in mourning the tragic loss of eight Ghanaians, including two cabinet ministers, government officials, and military officers, in a military helicopter crash that occurred on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, in the Adansi Akrofuom District of the Ashanti Region. In a statement signed by the Chairperson, Kathleen Addy, the Commission described the incident as a “monumental loss to our Republic” and extended heartfelt condolences to President John Dramani Mahama, the government, and the bereaved families. “Our thoughts and prayers are with the bereaved families, whose hearts are heavy with grief,” the statement read. The NCCE also paid special tribute to one of the victims, Alhaji Dr. Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed, Ministe...
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NCCE promotes responsible citizenship and environmental stewardship in Kwaebibirem schools   
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NCCE promotes responsible citizenship and environmental stewardship in Kwaebibirem schools   

The Kwaebibirem Municipal Directorate of the National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE) has intensified civic and environmental awareness among schoolchildren as part of its activities marking Citizenship Week and World Environment Day 2025.  The Commission visited four basic schools, Tsumwusu M/A Basic School, Pramkuma M/A Basic School, Vision of Christ Academy Kwarmang, and Kwarmang M/A Basic School.   The team, led by Assistant Civic Education Officer Mr. Edward Opare and supported by National Service Personnel Mr. Elisha Nartey, engaged students on the theme: “Ghana’s Future, The Role of the Ghanaian Child.”  Mr. Opare underscored the importance of environmental protection, particularly in the fight against illegal mining, cautioning students that such activities “deg...
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Kwahu South NCCE educates SHS first-time voters on peaceful elections
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Kwahu South NCCE educates SHS first-time voters on peaceful elections

The Kwahu South Municipal Office of the National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE) has organised an educational outreach programme for first-time voters in second cycle schools in the district. The NCCE team visited the Bepong Senior High School and the Kwahu Ridge Senior High School where students were educated on the voting process and the importance of maintaining peace during the elections. Speaking at the event, Ms. Ticklar Asante-Asiamah, the Municipal NCCE Director, said the programme was aimed at promoting a peaceful and informed 2024 election. She also emphasised the role of peace in ensuring a stable electoral process, urging students to act as advocates for harmony in their communities. She, therefore, advised them to desist from political influence against malpr...
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Embrace democracy with respect – NCCE
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Embrace democracy with respect – NCCE

The Birim Central Municipal office of the National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE), has entreated Ghanaians to embrace the existing democratic dispensation with utmost respect. Madam Rejoice Biscoff, the Birim Central Municipal Director of NCCE, said democracy ensured that government decision-making was more inclusive, diverse and accountable because it invited more representative groups of people. She was speaking at an inter-faith engagement with churches and mosques at Akim Oda in the Eastern Region. She noted that democracy created room for regular periodic elections for change of government and every eligible voted needed to exercise their franchise when the date was due on December 7, 2024. Mr. Eric Antwi, Civic Education Officer at the Birim Central Municipal NCCE,...
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Krachi East: NCCE hold parliamentary dialogue for candidates
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Krachi East: NCCE hold parliamentary dialogue for candidates

The Krachi East Municipal Directorate of the National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE) has organised a dialogue for candidates contesting for the parliamentary seat of the constituency in collaboration with the Local Council of Churches. The event, which sought to provide a platform for the candidates to outline their vision to bring development to the people, was only attended by Mr. Michael Yaw Gyato, the NPP parliamentary candidate. Mr. Clement Kwasi Mamadu, the Krachi East Municipal Director of NCCE, has appealed to political parties to prioritise peace during their campaigns as Ghana prepares for the 2024 general elections. He emphasised the importance of safeguarding Ghana's long-standing peace and ability, cautioning that the future generations will judge the nation ha...
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Allow national interest to supersede political party interest, NCCE urges youth
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Allow national interest to supersede political party interest, NCCE urges youth

Mr Samuel Asare Akuamoah, the Deputy Chairperson of the National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE), has urged the youth to allow national interest to supersede their political party interest ahead of the December 7 polls. He said Ghana remained ‘bigger’ than any political party of their choices and urged the youth to contribute their respective roles towards sustaining the prevailing peace of the nation before, during and after the Election 2024. Mr Akuamoah gave the advice when speaking at an engagement meeting with some youth activists of the various political parties at Drobo in the Jaman South Municipality of the Bono Region. The Municipal Directorate of the NCCE organised the meeting in line with the European Union funded “Preventing and Containing Violent Extremism” (PCV...
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