The National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE) in the Central Tongu District of the Volta Region has embarked on a sensitization campaign targeting nursing mothers in the Tsawla community. The initiative aims to raise awareness of child protection and the detrimental effects of vote buying in the upcoming general elections.
Under the theme “Together we can build Ghana, So get involved,” Mr. Frank Eli Azumah, the District Programmes Officer of NCCE, highlighted the dangers of vote buying, emphasizing its threat to Ghana's democracy and the perpetuation of corrupt leadership.
Participants were educated on the potential consequences of vote buying, including legal penalties and the diversion of national resources from development initiatives. Azumah urged community members to actively participate in efforts to combat this menace.
Madam Victoria Afi Bosson, the Principal Civic Education Officer, underscored the importance of upholding children's rights as outlined in the Children's Act 560 of 1998. She stressed the role of nursing mothers in shielding children from neglect, discrimination, and abuse, highlighting their significance as future custodians of the nation.
Bosson emphasized the pivotal role of providing unwavering support, guidance, and care for optimal child development, emphasizing its importance in shaping a brighter future for Ghana.
In response, the nursing mothers pledged their commitment to fostering informed citizenship and fortifying democracy as the country approaches the elections. They commended the NCCE's initiative and assured their unwavering support in safeguarding democratic principles and the welfare of future generations within the Tsawla community.
