The Sawla-Tuna-Kalba District Office of the National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE) has educated pupils from six basic schools on responsible internet use and the importance of protecting personal information online.
The sensitisation programme formed part of activities marking the 2026 Citizenship Week Celebration, held under the theme, “Growing Up Digital: The Ghanaian Child Upholding the Constitution Online.”
The exercise took place on June 10, 2026, at St. Augustine Primary School, St. Augustine Junior High School, St. Monica’s Primary School, St. Monica’s Junior High School, St. Francis Primary School and St. Francis Junior High School.
Addressing the pupils, the Sawla-Tuna-Kalba District Director of the NCCE, Mr. Issahaku Losina, urged them to exercise caution when using the internet and social media platforms. He warned against sharing personal information online, stressing that content posted on the internet can remain accessible for years and may affect future opportunities.
“The internet does not forget,” Mr. Losina told the pupils, encouraging them to think carefully before posting or sharing information online.
He described the theme for this year’s Citizenship Week Celebration as timely, noting that many Ghanaian children are increasingly engaging with smartphones, social media platforms and other digital technologies. While acknowledging the educational and communication benefits of the internet, he emphasised the need for responsible online behaviour.
Mr. Losina advised the pupils not to share sensitive information such as phone numbers, passwords, home addresses, school locations or private photographs online. He also cautioned against sharing nude or inappropriate images, explaining that such content could be misused or exploited by others.
He further encouraged the learners to use digital platforms for positive purposes, including research, learning and communication, and to avoid cyberbullying, spreading false information and interacting with strangers online.
The District Director reminded the pupils that responsible citizenship extends to the digital space, stressing the need to respect the rights and dignity of others both online and offline.
Pupils were also encouraged to report suspicious online activities, threats, abuse or harassment to parents, teachers or other trusted adults and to seek guidance whenever they encounter harmful or confusing content online.
The engagement featured interactive discussions, allowing pupils to ask questions and share their experiences with phones, social media and internet use. The session helped deepen their understanding of online safety, digital responsibility and the long-term consequences of their online actions.
The NCCE Sawla-Tuna-Kalba District Office reaffirmed its commitment to promoting civic awareness among young people and equipping them with the knowledge needed to become responsible citizens in both physical and digital spaces.