The East Gonja Municipal Directorate of the National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE) has intensified efforts to promote integrity and the rule of law by engaging students of Salaga Technical Institute and members of the Civic Education Club (CEC) on ethical leadership and anti-corruption practices.
The engagement, held at Salaga, brought together more than 140 participants, including students, teachers, representatives from the Commission on Human Rights and Administrative Justice (CHRAJ), media practitioners, and civic education stakeholders. The programme was supported by the European Union and German Development Cooperation.
Speaking at the event, the East Gonja Municipal Director of NCCE, Mr Abdul-Latif Iddrisu, said the initiative aimed to equip young people with values such as accountability, transparency, integrity, and responsible leadership.
He noted that the campaign formed part of broader efforts to nurture a generation of citizens who would uphold ethical standards and contribute positively to national development.
Mr Iddrisu stressed that corruption continues to undermine public trust and slow down development, making civic education critical in shaping the attitudes of future leaders.
A CHRAJ facilitator, Mr Moses Ikunjon, reinforced the message by highlighting core values such as honesty, fairness, discipline, patriotism, and selflessness, encouraging students to apply them in both academic and public life.
He also warned against corrupt behaviours such as bribery, cheating, favoritism, and abuse of authority, noting that such practices damage institutions and hinder progress.
The session featured interactive discussions, allowing students to ask questions and share ideas on how to promote accountability and ethical conduct within their schools and communities.
