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Sam George Warns Fake News Will Not Be Protected Under Press Freedom in Ghana
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Sam George Warns Fake News Will Not Be Protected Under Press Freedom in Ghana

The Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, Samuel Nartey George, has reaffirmed the government's commitment to protecting press freedom while warning that deliberate misinformation and fake news will not be tolerated under the guise of journalism. Speaking on behalf of John Dramani Mahama at the 2nd Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) World Press Freedom Day Honours Night held at the Alisa Hotel on June 6, 2026, the minister stressed that a free and independent media remains essential to democratic governance. However, he maintained that freedom of expression must be exercised responsibly and should not be used to spread false information capable of causing harm to society. Addressing journalists, media executives, diplomats and civil society representatives, Mr. George stated that the government welcomes critical reporting and investigative journalism, describing media scrutiny as a vital component of a healthy democracy. Government Raises […]

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Ghana Constitutional Review Committee Proposes Ban on MPs Becoming Ministers

The Constitutional Review Committee has proposed a significant amendment to Ghana’s 1992 Constitution that would prevent sitting Members of Parliament from being appointed as Ministers of State, Deputy Ministers, or Regional Ministers. Under the proposal, any Member of Parliament who resigns during a parliamentary term would also remain ineligible for ministerial or regional appointments until the end of that term. The restriction would apply only for the duration of the mandate for which the individual was elected. The recommendation was presented to President John Dramani Mahama at Jubilee House on Monday as part of the Committee’s final report. According to the Chairman of the Committee, Professor Henry Kwasi Prempeh, the amendment seeks to establish a clearer boundary between the legislative and executive arms of government. He explained that the current arrangement blurs institutional roles and weakens accountability. By preventing MPs […]

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Minority leader calls for end to political retaliation in Ghana

The Minority Leader in Parliament, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has called on Ghana’s two dominant political parties—the National Democratic Congress (NDC) and the New Patriotic Party (NPP)—to end the entrenched cycle of political retaliation, warning that it is undermining democratic stability and eroding public trust. Speaking on Joy FM’s Super Morning Show on Friday, May 2, 2025, the Effutu MP described the decades-long practice of political vengeance as a “vicious cycle” that yields no meaningful progress for the nation. “All we have as a country is our democracy,” he said. “Since 1992, we’ve witnessed cycles of retaliation in governance. But I believe the time has come for us to look beyond that and focus on legacies that safeguard our democratic future.” Mr Afenyo-Markin’s remarks come amid concerns over partisan interference in public institutions, including the judiciary and state-owned enterprises. He accused both […]

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U.S. Urges Investigation Into Election-Related Deaths in Ghana.

The United States has called for a thorough investigation into the deaths of at least four individuals during Ghana's recently concluded general elections. Secretary of State Antony Blinken issued a statement on December 10, expressing condolences to the victims' families and stressing the importance of accountability.“We are aware of reports of isolated incidents of violence and at least four confirmed deaths,” Secretary Blinken said, adding that the U.S. remains committed to supporting Ghana's democratic stability.This call for investigation coincided with the Electoral Commission's declaration of John Dramani Mahama as President-elect and Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang as Ghana's first female Vice President-elect.While commending Ghana for a transparent electoral process, Secretary Blinken emphasized the importance of addressing violence to uphold democratic values. He applauded poll workers, civil society groups, and security forces for their roles in ensuring credible elections and also recognized outgoing […]

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