Minister of State in Charge of Government Communications, Hon. Felix Kwakye Ofosu, has urged journalists, publishers, and media owners to remain steadfast in defending Ghana’s democracy and supporting the country’s economic reset through ethical and responsible journalism.Speaking at the opening of a two-day residential training workshop for members of the Private Newspapers and Online News Publishers Association of Ghana (PRINPAG) in Ada, Greater Accra Region, the Minister reaffirmed government’s commitment to press freedom and constructive engagement with the media.Hon. Kwakye Ofosu condemned recent assaults on journalists, describing them as unacceptable and contrary to democratic values. He disclosed that government, under the direction of the President, will engage leadership of state security agencies and media organizations through a series of structured fora to improve understanding of journalists’ constitutional role and prevent future abuses.He also acknowledged the growing challenges confronting private media, particularly print newspapers, due to digital disruption and the rise of social media. The Minister encouraged publishers to adapt to technological changes by strengthening their online presence while maintaining professional standards and credibility.Assuring PRINPAG members of government’s support, Hon. Kwakye Ofosu said discussions are ongoing to explore ways of assisting media institutions, including addressing longstanding infrastructure and accommodation challenges.Delivering the keynote address on behalf of the Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr. Johnson Pandit Asiama, an Advisor to the Governor, Dr. Francis Kumar, highlighted Ghana’s economic recovery gains in 2025. He cited a steady decline in inflation from 23.8 percent in December 2024 to 5.4 percent in December 2025, improved foreign exchange market stability, and strengthened gross international reserves of over US$13.9 billion.Dr. Kumar emphasized that while macroeconomic stability has been restored, the next phase requires a reset of expectations, institutions, and public behaviour, noting that the media plays a crucial role in shaping public confidence and market discipline.“Our expectation is not compliance, but responsibility—accuracy, balance, and proper context,” he said, stressing the Bank of Ghana’s commitment to openness and respect for the media’s constitutional mandate.He announced new initiatives to deepen collaboration with the media, including expanded training programmes on monetary policy and financial markets, regular editorial briefings ahead of major policy decisions, and the introduction of the Governor’s Economic and Financial Story of the Year Award, which will sponsor a winning journalist to attend the IMF–World Bank Meetings.Both Hon. Felix Kwakye Ofosu and Dr. Johnson Pandit Asiama underscored the importance of a credible information ecosystem in sustaining economic recovery, strengthening public trust, and entrenching democratic accountability.
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