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Atiwa East District Assembly
The Atiwa East District Assembly was established in 2018 by Legislative Instrument (LI) 2344 of 2017 as one of the newly created 33 districts in the Eastern Region with Anyinam as the District Capital. The District was carved out of the then Atiwa Distric
NCCE Engages Akyem Sekyere SDA SHS Students on Rule of Law and Anti-Corruption![]()
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The Atiwa East District Office of the National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE) on Wednesday, 13th May 2026, organized a civic engagement programme for students and staff of Akyem Sekyere SDA Senior High School at the school’s Assembly Hall. The programme formed part of activities under the “Civic Engagements on the Rule of Law and the Fight Against Corruption” initiative being implemented by the NCCE.![]()
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The engagement sought to educate students on ethical leadership, accountability, transparency, conflict of interest, and the importance of respecting the rule of law in promoting national development and fighting corruption in Ghana.![]()
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Addressing participants at the programme, the Atiwa East District Director of the NCCE, Saviour Ametefe, emphasized the need for young people to uphold integrity and become responsible citizens in their schools and communities. He noted that corruption remains one of the major challenges affecting development and called on students to cultivate honesty, discipline, and accountability in their daily activities.![]()
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Mr. Ametefe explained that civic responsibility begins with small actions such as respecting school rules, avoiding examination malpractice, protecting public property, and speaking against wrongdoing. He further encouraged students to actively participate in Civic Education Club activities in order to deepen their understanding of democratic governance and responsible citizenship.![]()
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Also speaking at the programme was Joseph Agbeko, the Atiwa East District Director of the Commission on Human Rights and Administrative Justice (CHRAJ). He educated students on human rights, ethical leadership, and the dangers of influence peddling and abuse of office. He stressed that every citizen, regardless of status, is equal before the law and must respect the laws of the country.![]()
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Mr. Agbeko further highlighted the importance of the Whistleblower Act and encouraged participants to report corruption and unethical practices through lawful channels. According to him, young people have a crucial role to play in safeguarding the future of Ghana by promoting transparency and accountability in society.![]()
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The programme was coordinated and organized by Rita Nyantekyi, a Head of Department at the school, who also addressed participants on leadership and life after Senior High School. In her presentation, Madam Rita Nyantekyi encouraged students to remain focused, disciplined, and determined in pursuing their goals after completing SHS education.![]()
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She advised students to develop positive attitudes, good moral values, and leadership qualities that would prepare them for tertiary education, employment, and responsible adulthood. She further urged them to avoid negative peer pressure and make decisions that would positively shape their future careers and personal lives.![]()
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The programme featured interactive discussions and question-and-answer sessions, during which students shared their views on corruption, leadership, and responsible citizenship. Participants expressed appreciation to the NCCE and CHRAJ for the educational engagement and called for more civic education programmes in schools.![]()
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The event was attended by staff and students of Akyem Sekyere SDA Senior High School, as well as members of the school’s Civic Education Club. The engagement formed part of broader efforts by the NCCE to empower the youth with knowledge and values necessary for strengthening democracy, accountability, and integrity in Ghana.
Atiwa East District Assembly Strengthens Development Control and Environmental Protection Through New Task Force![]()
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The Atiwa East District Assembly has established a dedicated Task Force on Environment, Mining, and Development Control as part of efforts to strengthen environmental protection, enforce development regulations, and improve revenue mobilization within the district.![]()
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The initiative, championed by the District Chief Executive, Ernest Owusu Ntim, forms part of the Assembly’s broader vision to promote orderly development, to boost revenue, and position Atiwa East among the leading districts in the Eastern Region. A strategic meeting held on Wednesday, 6th May 2025, at the District Assembly Hall brought together members of the task force, local authorities, and key stakeholders to discuss measures aimed at curbing unauthorized structures, environmental degradation, and unlawful developmental activities.![]()
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The District Coordinating Director, Paul Acquah, reaffirmed the Assembly’s commitment to achieving government targets for Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Assemblies (MMDAs), stressing the importance of stakeholder collaboration and strict enforcement.![]()
The task force includes representatives from the Ghana Police Service, Ghana Immigration Service, Ghana National Fire Service, and the Ghana Blue Water Guards, staff of the assembly, and some selected residence of the district, to ensure effective coordination and enforcement.![]()
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The Information Services Department, which witnessed the engagement, reaffirmed its role as the “eyes and ears” of government at the grassroots by documenting the proceedings and continuing to keep the public informed on government policies, developmental activities, and key initiatives within the district.