Krachi East: The National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE) in Krachi East marked World Environmental Day with a vibrant march on the principal streets and a clean-up exercise. The event, held on June 5, brought together students, community members, and stakeholders to promote environmental awareness and encourage sustainable practices.
According to Ghana News Agency, the march through the major streets in the Municipality saw participants carrying placards with messages on the environment. The procession culminated in a clean-up exercise at the bank of River Oti, where volunteers collected refuse and debris. Speaking to Ghana News Agency (GNA), Mr. Robert Boame, the Oti Regional Director, said the NCCE aimed to educate residents on the importance of maintaining a clean environment and its impact on public health. He said the event served as a platform for community engagement and sensitization on environmental issues.
Mr. Boame told GNA that by engaging the community in this meaningful activity, the commission was seeking to inspire a culture of sustainability and collective action in protecting the environment. Mr. Emmanuel Atali, Assembly Member for Dambai Lakeside Electoral Area, expressed gratitude to the NCCE and Environmental Health Officers for organizing a clean-up exercise in the area to commemorate World Environment Day.
