National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE) in the Ketu South Municipality has held a civic engagement, and the program highlights on “Corruption and Women’s Vulnerability: Everyday Experience of Women in Markets, Public Service, and Governance.”
The session, led by Mama Hodzige II, NCCE Municipal Director, and DSI Justice Normeshie, Officer-in-Charge of the Anti-Human Smuggling and Trafficking in Persons Unit of the Ghana Immigration Service, highlighted how corruption disproportionately affects women in markets and public offices.
Mama Hodzige II noted that women often suffer illegal levies, exploitation, and intimidation in their daily work. She emphasized that accountability and gender-sensitive justice systems are key to protecting women’s rights and achieving equality under the law.
DSI Normeshie urged women to be bold in reporting corrupt practices, explaining that silence only empowers wrongdoers.
“The rule of law exists to protect every citizen, but corruption weakens that protection,” he said.
Participants, including traders and public workers, shared real-life experiences of corruption and expressed hope that such engagements will empower them to demand transparency and fairness.
When News Volta interacted with some attendees and NCCE officials, they expressed optimism that continuous education would help build a culture of integrity and gender justice in Ketu South.
Source Hebrews Pouyeli Kumako ll News Volta
