Deputy Chief of Staff in charge of Administration and Finance, Nana Oye Bampoe Addo, has called on Ghanaians to embrace environmental cleanliness as a shared national responsibility, stressing that building a cleaner and healthier Ghana requires collective action from all sectors of society.
Speaking at the launch of the 2026 Christian Home Week Celebrations and the Environmental Care and Cleanliness Programme on Thursday, Nana Oye Bampoe Addo conveyed warm solidarity from the Chief of Staff, Hon. Julius Debrah, and commended the Christian Council of Ghana for its longstanding commitment to national development through faith, service, and community engagement.
She reflected on the rich legacy of the Council since its establishment in 1929, highlighting its significant contributions to education, peacebuilding, governance, healthcare, and social welfare across the country.
According to her, this year’s theme, “A Clean Environment, Our Responsibility,” serves as a timely reminder that environmental stewardship must become a national culture and not be left to government alone.
Nana Oye Bampoe Addo also underscored the environmental vision of President John Dramani Mahama, citing the relaunch of National Sanitation Day, intensified action against illegal mining (galamsey), the deployment of Blue Water Guards, and stronger environmental enforcement measures as clear demonstrations of government’s commitment to protecting the environment.
She noted that the President’s message remains clear that cleanliness is not the responsibility of a few but a collective duty that requires the active participation of every Ghanaian.
She therefore urged churches, schools, markets, and local communities to lead by example by organizing regular clean-up exercises, promoting environmental education, and encouraging responsible sanitation practices.
“Together, we can build a cleaner, healthier, and more responsible Ghana for future generations,” she stated.
The Christian Home Week Celebrations and Environmental Care and Cleanliness Programme form part of broader national efforts to promote family values, community responsibility, and sustainable environmental practices across Ghana.
