Janet Yaa Obido, an Assistant Civic Education Officer with the Kadjebi District Directorate of the National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE), has called on citizens to participate fully in Ghana’s development.

She emphasised that development is a shared responsibility.

According to her, every action, whether small or large contributes to national development, and if all citizens rise to the challenge with commitment and action, they can help build a peaceful nation that offers hope, opportunity, and a better life for every Ghanaian.

Ms. Obido made these remarks while addressing seamstress and hairdressing apprentices in Kadjebi, in the Oti Region.

The engagement formed part of activities marking the 2025 Constitution Week Celebration, a flagship programme of the Commission.

She noted that Ghana’s progress would not come solely through major policies or foreign investment, but rather through citizens seeing themselves as nation-builders. This vision can be realised when citizens obey laws, protect public property, safeguard the environment, uphold justice, and promote peaceful coexistence.

Ms. Obido stated that these values, when embraced by individuals and communities, form the moral and social foundation needed to ensure Ghana’s long-term success.

She urged the apprentices to care for the environment by avoiding littering, supporting reforestation efforts, and conserving water and energy.

Madam Alberta Humado, Proprietress of Ahafia Beauty Parlour in Kadjebi, commended the NCCE officer for the insightful education and pledged to share the message with other trainers.

The Constitution Week Celebration is one of the flagship programmes of the NCCE. It was instituted in 2001 to commemorate the country’s return to constitutional democratic rule.

Significantly, April 28, 1992, was the day the Ghanaian electorate voted in favour of adopting the draft Fourth Republican Constitution through a national referendum. The Constitution subsequently came into full force on January 7, 1993.

This year’s celebration is being held under the theme: “Ghana’s Future: Our Collective Responsibility.”