The Media Foundation for West Africa (MFWA) has expressed concerns about the growing trend of misinformation and disinformation, particularly as the 2024 elections approach.
At a press conference in Accra on November 26, 2024, Kwaku Krobea Asante, a Senior Programme Officer at MFWA, pointed out the dangers posed by misinformation campaigns, especially on notable radio stations in the country.
He stated that these campaigns aim to mislead the public about the voting processes, election dates, and the activities of the Electoral Commission.
“As many of you may have observed in the last few days, we are beginning to see a trend of so-called broadcasters mounting misinformation campaigns to mislead the voting public about the voting processes, the days of the elections, the activities of the Electoral Commission on notable radio stations.
“These developments are not only worrying but could portend danger for our country, adding to the already existing tensions …