The Electoral Commission (EC) has announced plans to hold regular media briefings during the December 7 general elections to provide timely updates to the public.
Samuel Tettey, the Deputy Chairman of Operations at the EC, stated in a press release on Thursday, December 5, that the briefings aim to ensure transparency and keep the public informed throughout the electoral process.
Media personnel with accreditation for the National Collation Centre are invited to cover these briefings. The EC emphasized the importance of collaboration with the media in delivering accurate and timely information to Ghanaians as the elections unfold.
“At 9:00 am on 7th December 2024, the Commission will hold the first media briefing. There will be further briefings at 12:00 noon, 3:00 pm, and 6:00 pm. From 9:00 pm on Election Day, the Commission will provide Media Briefings as and when results are received from the region. Each briefing session will last no more than 30 minutes.”
“The Commission will also use the Media Briefings to respond to any stories and reports from around the country.”
Tettey therefore urged the media and the public to verify any reports on the elections with the Commission to avoid sharing unverified stories on their platforms.
“The Commission is committed to delivering fair, transparent, credible and peaceful Elections and looks forward to writing with the media to bring the elections and its processes to the doorstep of citizens,” he added.
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