The National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE) has engaged youth groups from border communities including Namoo, Boko, Feo, and Kansoe in the Bongo District of the Upper East Region for a crucial discussion on how to prevent and contain violent extremism.
Funded by the European Union, with the theme; “Together We Can Build Ghana, So Get Involved,” the program aimed to promote tolerance, social cohesion, and peace before, during and after the upcoming 2024 general elections.
Facilitators from the Ghana Immigration Service and other stakeholders led participants through workshop on tolerance building and social cohesion, with the goal to empower the youth to promote peaceful engagement, civic responsibility, and reject divisive ideologies.
As part of its efforts to prevent electoral violence, the NCCE is working closely with stakeholders, including traditional authorities, opinion leaders, and security agencies to ensure a peaceful electoral process.
In an introductory address, the District Director of the commission, Ms Alice Ndego emphasized the significance of the youth in shaping Ghana’s future.
She stated that, “The gathering demonstrate the youth’s potential to counter electoral violence and extremism, and by promoting peace, unity, and progress, they can set an example for others”.
Recognizing the youth’s vital role in preventing the spread of extremist ideologies, Ms Ndego urged them to support security agencies in maintaining peace and stability.
She emphasized the negative consequences of joining extremist groups and highlighted the legal framework that prohibits such activities.
