NCCE refutes report claiming GH¢144.6m funding freeze

The National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE) has dismissed as misleading an online publication claiming that the Commission has been plunged into a funding crisis because no portion of its GH¢144.6 million 2026 budget allocation has been released.

In a statement issued on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, the Commission rejected the report titled, 'Undisbursed GH¢144.6 million budget pushes NCCE into funding crisis,' insisting that it continues to carry out its constitutional mandate despite longstanding financial constraints.

The publication had alleged that although Parliament approved GH¢144,580,479 for the NCCE in the 2026 budget, no funds had been released to support its operations and civic education programmes nationwide.

However, the Commission said the claim created a false impression that it had suspended operations.

"This claim is misleading. Contrary to the impression created by the publication, the NCCE has not ceased operations, nor has it abandoned its constitutional mandate," the statement said.

The Commission explained that civic education activities are ongoing across the country, although they are being undertaken under significant financial constraints.

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It further stated that claims suggesting it had received no funding whatsoever were unverified.

"Any assertion that the Commission has received zero funding is unsubstantiated and should not be presented as fact without official verification from the institution," it noted.

According to the NCCE, delays in the release of funds are not uncommon within the public sector and should not be interpreted as a complete funding shutdown.

"The Commission is under-resourced but remains committed to educating citizens on their rights and responsibilities, promoting active citizenship, and strengthening national unity," the statement added.

The Commission also defended its longstanding collaborations with state institutions, civil society organisations, schools, faith-based organisations, development partners and other stakeholders, stressing that such partnerships are a normal part of its public education work and should not be viewed as evidence of institutional failure.

While reaffirming its commitment to transparency and accountability, the NCCE urged media organisations to seek official clarification before publishing reports that could undermine public confidence in the institution.

The Commission assured citizens that it remains focused on its constitutional mandate and will continue to discharge its duties in a non-partisan, professional and nationally responsible manner, while reiterating the need for adequate funding and the timely release of resources to support effective civic education nationwide.

Read the full statement below

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