Mahama urges media to speak for the people and hold leaders accountable on Press Freedom Day
President John Dramani Mahama has said Ghana’s democracy depends on a strong, responsible media that is not afraid to hold those in power to account and give the public a voice. In a statement posted on Facebook on Saturday, May 3, 2025, to mark World Press Freedom Day, Mr Mahama praised Ghanaian journalists for continuing to do their work in the face of growing pressure and challenges. “As President of the Republic, I join the people of Ghana in celebrating the role played by the Ghanaian media in stabilising our democracy,” he wrote. “From holding our leadership accountable to amplifying the voices of our citizens, your work is indispensable.” Mr Mahama said journalism grounded in truth, fairness, and ethics was not just good practice but necessary for national development. He urged the media to stay committed to public interest reporting […]
