NCCE Calls for Strengthened Collaboration with UEW to Enhance Civic Education
The Effutu Municipal Directorate of the National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE) has expressed appreciation to the University of Education, Winneba (UEW) for its continuous support and collaboration in promoting civic awareness.
At a courtesy call to UEW Management on Monday, 10th February, 2025, Mr. Sena Bosson-Amedenu, Effutu Municipal Director of NCCE, underscored the importance of sustaining Ghana’s democracy through civic engagement. "We thought it wise that you, being one of the major collaborators of the NCCE, should be involved more in our activities," he stated.
Mr. Bosson-Amedenu highlighted recent efforts by the NCCE to promote peaceful coexistence following reports of electoral violence after the last election. As part of the drive to educate young people, the Effutu Municipal NCCE Director proposed hosting a Citizenship Week celebration at the Jophus Anamuah-Mensah Conference Centre, a location that provides access to schools and students within the vicinity.
Reflecting on past collaborations, Mr. Bosson-Amedenu commended UEW for its support, citing key activities such as a successful parliamentary dialogue, the Citizenship Week celebrations, and a university quiz competition. Mr. Bosson-Amedenu underscored NCCE’s role in society, emphasising its extensive outreach strategies beyond traditional media platforms.
Prof. Stephen Jobson Mitchual, Vice-Chancellor of UEW, reaffirmed the institution’s commitment to deepening its partnership with the NCCE to promote civic responsibility and good governance. He emphasised the vital role of collaboration in shaping responsible citizens and ensuring national progress.
"Partnerships are one of the key values of every tertiary institution. Usually, we only talk about academic freedom and institutional autonomy, but universities exist to better the lives of citizens. Our role is to train human resources to conform to government policies and prepare them for national development," he stated
Prof. Mitchual expressed UEW’s willingness to support the Citizenship Week Celebration and other initiatives to nurture responsible future leaders. "These young ones, whether we like it or not, are our future leaders. They will make decisions for our nation in the future. So, from the start, we must guide them in a way that will prepare them for their roles," he explained.
Highlighting UEW’s extensive academic resources, Prof. Mitchual pointed out that the university boasts experts in various fields who can contribute to solving national issues. "We have scholars with PhDs in peace and conflict studies, auditing, accounting, and other fields. Our registrars have worked extensively on policy formulation and problem-solving. So, we are ready to lend our expertise," he assured.
Prof. Victor Antwi, Pro-Vice-Chancellor of UEW, called on the NCCE to enhance its visibility and public engagement, particularly in religious spaces, to strengthen civic awareness. He underscored the importance of continuous education in shaping a responsible society. "Even though you are doing the work, we want to see more. You need to be visibly present everywhere, including churches, especially on Sundays, so that people can recognise your presence," he stated.
Prof. Antwi acknowledged the church’s role in addressing moral decline in society but urged the NCCE to extend its outreach efforts to complement religious institutions. Reaffirming UEW’s commitment to partnering with NCCE, he assured the commission of its full support. "That is why the university is here," he assured.
With this strengthened partnership, both institutions aim to equip young Ghanaians with the values and knowledge necessary to contribute positively to the country’s future.
