The Ghana Police Service has invited Oheneba Nana Asiedu, a radio and TV presenter with Wontumi FM/TV in Kumasi, for questioning over the dissemination of false information related to the upcoming December 7 general election.
Incident Details
The inquiry is centered around a video circulating on social media in which Oheneba Nana Asiedu appears in the Wontumi FM studios, encouraging voters to cast ballots for presidential candidates on separate days. According to the authorities, this information contradicts official election procedures.
Police Response and Concerns
In an official statement, the Police labeled Asiedu’s statements as “false and likely to disturb the public peace.” They emphasized that spreading such misinformation could confuse the electorate and potentially disrupt the electoral process.
Call for Responsible Media Reporting
The Police have called on the public, particularly media professionals, to exercise caution in sharing election-related information. They urged journalists to adhere to responsible and accurate reporting standards to avoid creating public disturbances.
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This incident underscores the importance of media responsibility in maintaining electoral integrity as Ghana approaches the upcoming elections.
