Kwakye Ofosu has reaffirmed the Mahama administration’s commitment to protecting free speech, assuring that there are no plans to limit the freedoms enjoyed by Ghanaians, especially within the media and online spaces.
The Government Spokesperson emphasised President John Dramani Mahama’s respect for open expression and tolerance for dissent.
“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,” he stated.
He, however, cautioned that the government also bears a duty to safeguard the country’s social cohesion in the face of potential abuses on digital platforms.
“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 [social media],” Kwakye Ofosu explained.
Addressing journalists at the event, he underscored the indispensable role of the media in shaping the nation’s story and advancing democracy.
“As we launch the 29th GJA Awards today, let’s be reminded that the story of Ghana cannot be written without the voices of her journalists and that our future as a nation depends on the strength, integrity and patriotism of our media,” he said.
