The Ashanti Regional Communications Director of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Paul Yandoh, has emphasized that press freedom is not only a right but also a responsibility.
Speaking at the Adom Brands’ national dialogue on ‘Defending Media Freedom’ in Kumasi, Mr Yandoh highlighted the need for collaboration between journalists and political parties.
He expressed concern about the difficult working conditions faced by many journalists, particularly in private media, commending their dedication despite low wages.
Mr Yandoh also praised the government’s passing of the Right to Information Bill, which had been pending for over 20 years, granting journalists the freedom to ask critical questions.
He further emphasized the NPP’s commitment to the freedom of journalists for the betterment of society.
“Press freedom is not just a right, but a responsibility. We all need to work together, not just political parties. As the communications director, I deal directly with the media houses, and what some journalists go through is appalling, especially in the private media houses with regard to their salaries and conditions of service. Yet, they always try to bring the stories to the people.
“I am particularly happy about the Right-To-Information Bill that has been in parliament for over 20 years but was passed by this government. Now journalists have the freedom to ask any form of question. I am happy my government did it. The NPP appreciates journalists; they are our friends, and there is no antagonization. We have to help journalists in helping change the society for the betterment of everyone,” he said.
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Source: Adomonline
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