By: Sarah Baafi
Members of Parliament’s Select Committee on Independent Constitutional Bodies have expressed deep concern over the unsafe and deteriorating state of the National Commission for Civic Education’s (NCCE) offices during a recent visit. The committee, led by Mahama Ayariga and accompanied by First Deputy Speaker Mr Bernard Ahiafor, was shocked to find the NCCE building described by its Chairperson, Kathleen Addy, as a “death trap.”
Mrs. Addy revealed that staff are forced to abandon their offices whenever it rains due to fears that the roof might collapse. She lamented years of neglect and chronic underfunding.
“Inadequate support from previous governments has crippled our ability to function effectively and fulfill our civic education mandate” the NCCE Chairperson indicated.
The Committee’s visit is part of a broader tour of six constitutional bodies, including the National Media Commission and the Audit Service, where similar institutional challenges were discussed.
Mr. Ayariga pledged to champion the cause of the NCCE in Parliament, promising, “We will advocate strongly for the necessary resources and support to ensure the Commission can operate safely and effectively.”
The NCCE plays a critical role in educating Ghanaians on their civic rights and responsibilities, but the current office conditions threaten to undermine this vital work.
The committee’s intervention signals a commitment to addressing these challenges and restoring the Commission’s capacity to serve the public.
