The Bosomtwe District directorate of the National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE) has indicated that information disorder will be rife, especially on social media, as the country gears up for the December 7, 2024, polls. Therefore, it cautioned the populace to be careful in handling information.
During the launch of the district’s Inter-Party Dialogue Committee (IPDC), the district director for the NCCE, Mr Albert Bentil, said misinformation and disinformation must be expected, hence the need for careful scrutiny of information before any action is taken. According to him, misinformation and disinformation can cause havoc and therefore must be properly managed.
“Make sure you’re certain about what you’re reading or hearing before you pass that information on to others,” he averred.
The IPDC is part of NCCE’s programs to promote peace before, during, and after national elections. Stakeholders such as the Electoral Commission (EC), political party representatives, traditional leaders, religious leaders, and others are key members of this committee.
Addressing the participants, the District Chief Executive, Hon. Joseph Asuming, called for a collective effort from all stakeholders to help prevent violence.
The Electoral Commissioner for the District, Evelyn Kattah, highlighted the importance of understanding the electoral process to avoid falling victim to electoral offences.
Chief Superintendent Eric Akwaboah, the district police commander, assured participants that he and his team are ready to ensure a violence-free election in the district.
The chairman of the committee, who is also the Kontihene of Kuntenase, Nana Premo Kwagyen II, emphasized the need for all stakeholders to play their roles well to achieve positive results before, during, and after the December 7 elections.
“Together, we can achieve the core aim of this committee, so let’s all come on board wholeheartedly,” he said.
Meanwhile, an open forum session allowed participants to raise concerns.
