The National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE) has dismissed claims that it has been plunged into a funding crisis following the alleged non-release of its 2026 budget allocation.
The Commission said it remained fully operational and continued to execute its constitutional mandate of educating citizens on their rights and responsibilities across the country.
In a statement issued by its management in Accra, the NCCE described as misleading an online publication which claimed that although Parliament had approved GH¢144.58 million for its operations in the 2026 Budget, no funds had been released, resulting in a funding crisis.
The Commission said the publication created the false impression that it had suspended its activities due to financial challenges.
It clarified that while it continued to face significant financial constraints, it had not stopped operations or abandoned its civic education responsibilities.
“The Commission continues to operate within the significant financial constraints that have historically affected its work. Civic education activities continue across the country,” the statement said.
The NCCE said claims that it had received no funding whatsoever were unsubstantiated and should not have been reported as fact without official verification.
It explained that delays in the release of public sector funds were not unusual and should not be interpreted as a complete withdrawal of financial support.
The Commission reaffirmed its commitment to promoting active citizenship, national unity and public awareness of constitutional rights and responsibilities despite the challenges.
It also rejected suggestions that its partnerships with other organisations indicated institutional weakness or collapse.
According to the NCCE, collaborations with state institutions, local authorities, civil society organisations, schools, faith-based groups and development partners had always been part of its approach to extending civic education programmes to communities nationwide.
The Commission urged media organisations to verify information concerning its operations before publication to avoid misleading the public and undermining confidence in the institution.
It further appealed for adequate funding and timely release of budgetary allocations to enable it to effectively deliver on its constitutional mandate.
The NCCE encouraged the public to rely on its official communication channels for accurate information and updates on its activities.
