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Anti-Corruption Drive Reaches St. Thomas Aquinas High School

Admin | 18 June 2024


In a bid to cultivate a culture of integrity among Ghanaian youth, the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) engaged final-year students of St. Thomas Aquinas Senior High School as part of its nationwide corruption prevention outreach programme.

The interactive session, held at the school's campus at Cantonments, Accra, with four hundred and fourteen (414) participants in attendance, enlightened students on the perils of corruption, the OSP's mandate, and the crucial role of whistleblowing in combating corrupt practices. By presenting real-life scenarios and detailed case studies, the session provided students with a tangible understanding of the various forms and consequences of corruption. This approach not only highlighted the immediate impact of corrupt activities on individuals and communities but also underscored the long-term detriments to national development and integrity.

 

An OSP officer addressing participants during the session.

 

 

Inspired by the session, students pledged to become ambassadors of change, committing to uphold and advocate for integrity and transparency within their spheres of influence. 

 

A section of participants.

 

 

This outreach event was organized in line with the OSP’s Youth Against Corruption (YAC) initiative, which aims to sensitize students and the youth in general about the detrimental effects of corruption on society and the importance of personal responsibility and collective action in combating corruption, thereby contributing to the development of a more just and equitable society in Ghana.

 

Students asking questions during the session.

 

Through ongoing education and outreach efforts, the OSP seeks to build a robust network of young anti-corruption advocates who can drive positive change and help safeguard the nation's future.