IGP urges media to guard against promoting hate speech

Europa 12:03 - 26 May 2016

Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Mr. John Kudalor

Addressing the media at an interactive session at the police Headquarters in Accra, IGP John Kudalor entreated journalists to be reminded of their gate-keeping role in maintaining peace before, during and after the elections.

“...Your expertise and professionalism would be called into action to avoid churning out media products that would cause public disorder.

“I don’t believe any media house would do anything that would spark a confrontation in this country, the media’s role would be crucial in ensuring that the election are conducted fairly and peacefully thus the media should position themselves as neutral arbiters, and avoid hate and violence in publication and broadcasting.”

This year’s election, which is scheduled to be held on November 7, 2016 barring any challenges, will see Ghanaians elect a new President and parliamentary candidates.