Ghanaian Journalists have been urged to be circumspect in their reportage to promote peace and stability in the country.
They have also been advised against writing contents that will give room for hate speech.
At the 25th anniversary celebration of practicing journalism, Hon. Rev. Simms Kwame Appiah knowned the media landscape as Kakyire Kwame Appiah asked the media to place premium on research and thorough investigation in the process of gathering and dissemination of information to avoid propagating false and damaging information to the public.
According to him, the dissemination of false information was inimical to the growth and integrity of the journalism profession, particularly with growing competition from social media.
He was also of the view that the usage of social media for information circulation posed great threat to the integrity of the journalism profession as well as the credibility of information churned out, and said the mass media had a responsibility to protect the image of journalism.
“Given out first information without verifying your source is dangerous and can ruined your career ” he added.
In a heartfelt call to action, the Rev. Kwame Appiah urged politicians, organisations, institutions, individuals, traders, and churches to extend a helping hand to the less privileged, particularly orphans.
His passionate appeal came after presenting exercise books, schools uniforms and other valueable items to brilliant but needy students in his community, Nerebehin in the Atwima Nwabiagya South District of the Ashanti.
The gesture was part of the Kakyire foundation commitment to improving the welfare of vulnerable children, ensuring they feel loved and cared for.
Speaking during the media, Rev Kwame Appiah emphasised society’s moral and social responsibility to cater to the needs of the less privileged.
“Children, especially those without parents or guardians, deserve to be loved, supported, and provided for. We must all play our part in ensuring they have a better future,” he said.
He noted that acts of generosity should not be seen as optional but as a divine duty for those who are blessed with resources.
