NCCE Rejects Claims of GH¢144 Million Budget Freeze
The National Commission for Civic Education has rejected claims that the non-release of its 2026 budget has caused a financial crisis within the institution.
The Commission described the reports as misleading and said they were not based on official confirmation.
In a statement issued on Wednesday, the NCCE responded to an online report which claimed that although Parliament had approved GH¢144,580,479 for the Commission in the 2026 budget, no money had been released for its operations and civic education programmes.
According to the NCCE, the report wrongly suggested that the Commission had stopped working and abandoned its constitutional duties.
The Commission said this was not true, explaining that civic education activities were still ongoing across the country.
It admitted that it continues to face serious financial challenges, but stressed that those challenges have not stopped it from carrying out its mandate.
The NCCE also dismissed claims that it had received no funding at all, saying such statements were not supported by verified information from the institution.
It explained that, like many public institutions, delays may sometimes occur in the release of funds because of administrative and bureaucratic processes.
However, the Commission said such delays should not be interpreted as a complete shutdown of funding.
The NCCE acknowledged that it remains under-resourced, but reaffirmed its commitment to educating citizens about their rights and responsibilities, promoting active citizenship and helping to strengthen national unity.
The Commission encouraged the public to rely on its official website and social media platforms for accurate updates on civic education programmes being carried out nationwide.
Responding to concerns about its work with external organisations, the NCCE said partnerships with state agencies, local authorities, civil society groups, schools, religious bodies and development partners have always been part of its public education activities.
It said such collaborations should not be seen as a sign that the Commission has collapsed or become improperly dependent on other organisations.
The Commission also said it values its relationship with the media, adding that responsible media scrutiny helps promote transparency and accountability.
However, it urged media organisations to seek official clarification before publishing reports about its operations, especially when such reports could affect public confidence in the institution.
The NCCE assured the public and stakeholders that it remains professional, impartial and focused on delivering its constitutional mandate despite financial constraints.
It also repeated its call for adequate funding and timely release of approved resources to support effective civic education across the country.
