Miss Yvonne Opoku Agyemang, the Right to Information officer for the Afigya Kwabre North District Assembly, took a proactive step in educating the residents of Afigya Kwabre North District in the Ashanti Region about the RTI Act (Act 989). The sensitization program was conducted through a radio program at Fish FM, Boamang, on 6th November 2023.
The primary goal of the sensitization was to impart knowledge about the RTI Act to the people of Afigya Kwabre North, ensuring they understand their rights and responsibilities under this important legislation.
During the program, the participants were educated on various aspects of the RTI Act, including:
1. Overview and Timeliness of the Act
2. Accessing Information (Section 1 and 18)
3. Responsibility of a Public Institution in Respect of Access (Section 3)
4. Exempt Information (Section 5-17)
5. Importance of the RTI Act
The session was highly informative, providing participants with a comprehensive understanding of the Act and how it benefits them as citizens. Miss Yvonne Opoku Agyemang’s role as the RTI officer was instrumental in facilitating this education and ensuring the success of the sensitization program.