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The media is an invaluable ally in our coronavirus fight – Akufo-Addo

President Akufo-Addo has commended the media for its support in the fight against the Covid-19 pandemic.

Addressing the leadership of the media in Ghana at a meeting on April 24, President Akufo-Addo described the media as an invaluable ally helping to educate and inform the general public about the pandemic.

He said the media has also served as a vehicles of accountability and ensured government and public officials were held accountable for what they do.

“As vehicles of accountability you ensure that the government and public officials are accountable and I’m happy with the way the press has carried itself during this COVID 19 period” he said.

President Akufo-Addo however said the media must continue to ensure more accuracy in content packaging.

“We can agree on facts when it comes to public discourse especially when misinformation can lead to difficulty and challenges. It is important that the facts stay accurate” he added.

The President urged the media owners and regulator to continue to assist the government as partners since they will play a key role in the Ghana’s post COVID period.

The meeting was attended by representatives from the Ghana Journalists Association, The Private Newspaper Publishers Association of Ghana, the Ghana Independent Broadcasters Association, Directors of State Owned Media and the National Media Commission.

Chairman of the Commission Yaw Boadu Ayeboafo who spoke on behalf of the delegation thanked President Akufo-Addo and the government for engaging the media and sharing information on how policy was initiated on the pandemic.

He also appealed to the government to supply the media with PPEs and also look into how the media can be supported under small scale enterprises after the COVID 19 pandemic so they do not collapse.

 

Source: Daily Guide Network

Ogyem Solomon

Solomon Ogyem – Media Entrepreneur | Journalist | Brand Ambassador Solomon Ogyem is a dynamic Ghanaian journalist and media entrepreneur currently based in South Africa. With a solid foundation in journalism, Solomon is a graduate of the OTEC School of Journalism and Communication Studies in Ghana and Oxbridge Academy in South Africa. He began his career as a reporter at OTEC 102.9 MHz in Kumasi, where he honed his skills in news reporting, community storytelling, and radio broadcasting. His passion for storytelling and dedication to the media industry led him to establish Press MltiMedia Company in South Africa—a growing platform committed to authentic African narratives and multimedia journalism. Solomon is the founder and owner of Thepressradio.com, a news portal focused on delivering credible, timely, and engaging stories across Ghana and Africa. He also owns Press Global Tickets, a service-driven venture in the travel and logistics space, providing reliable ticketing services. He previously owned two notable websites—Ghanaweb.mobi and ShowbizAfrica.net—both of which contributed to entertainment and socio-political discussions within Ghana’s digital space. With a diverse background in media, digital journalism, and business, Solomon Ogyem is dedicated to telling impactful African stories, empowering youth through media, and building cross-continental media partnerships.

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