Member of Parliament (MP) for Abura-Asebu-Kwamankese and Government Spokesperson Felix Kwakye Ofosu has reiterated President John Mahama’s commitment to freedom of speech and Media freedom, warning, however, that the abuse of social media to the detriment of the country will not be tolerated.
He noted that the Government of President Mahama will not interfere with the rights of Ghanaians to express themselves and criticise the Government, especially the media, stressing that the President is exceptionally tolerant to criticism.
“Let me assure you that the government does not intend to curb freedoms. President Mahama, as you know him, is one person who supports the expression of free speech. He is exceptionally tolerant and he is open to criticism…
But he, as President and as head of government, has the same responsibility as any leader anywhere to ensure that our social fabric is not turned asunder by the abuse of this new platform,” Mr Ofosu Kwakye said at the launch of the 29th Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) Media Awards in Accra today[ Thursday, October 9, 2025]
The launch of the 29th Ghana Journalists Association(GJA) Media Awards is the first major step towards holding the ceremony later this year.
National President of the GJA Albert Dwumfuor reminded journalists of the key role they play in holding the Government accountable as the Fourth Estate of the Realm, noting that Ghana’s future depends on the integrity and patriotism of the media.
