The National Council for Civic Education and Development (NaCCED) has officially welcomed its new chairman, Joseph Munda Bindi, in a ceremony marking the transition from outgoing chairman Ibrahim Kalilu Totangi.

At the handover ceremony, held in Freetown, Mr. Totangi expressed pride and emotion at concluding his six-year tenure, which he described as pivotal for the reintroduction of civic education in Sierra Leone. He highlighted NaCCED’s progress in making civic education a key component in schools and communities, establishing the institution as a recognized and impactful body in national development.

“I am not only pleased but also emotional,” Totangi said. “The work we started six years ago has transformed NaCCED into a household name, and I am confident it will continue to grow under the capable leadership of Mr. Bindi.”

Incoming chairman Joseph Munda Bindi, in his address, expressed gratitude to President Julius Maada Bio for the opportunity to serve. He praised the foundation laid by his predecessor and emphasized the critical role civic education plays in Sierra Leone’s growth and stability.

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“Civic education is the answer to our country’s development,” Bindi stated. “It is essential for the success of the big five game changers, and I am honored to lead NaCCED in this mission.”

Bindi committed to advancing NaCCED’s initiatives to foster national awareness and engagement, which are crucial to addressing societal challenges and driving progress.