Mr George Sarpong, former Executive Secretary of the National Media Commission (NMC), has called on media practitioners to prioritise their personal safety while pursuing truth and accuracy in their work.
Speaking at a training workshop organised by the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) and the ECOWAS Peace and Security Project (EPSG) in Tamale, he stressed that responsible journalism required risk awareness, not reckless bravery. He noted that finding safe alternative ways to report was not a sign of weakness but a strategic approach that ensured journalists could continue serving the public.
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Mr Sarpong also warned about the growing dangers of hate speech and misinformation, describing them as major threats to national unity and democratic stability. According to him, unchecked falsehoods and divisive rhetoric weaken public trust and erode the foundations of democracy.
He urged journalists to remain committed to accuracy, fairness, and ethical standards, emphasising their pivotal role in protecting democratic values and promoting peaceful coexistence.
