The Electoral Commission (EC) has expressed concerns that fake news and disinformation could have a significant impact on the upcoming general elections on December 7, potentially undermining voter confidence and endangering the peace of the electoral process.
According to the EC, false information could create confusion among the electorate and threaten the integrity of the elections if left unchecked.
To mitigate these risks, the EC has highlighted the importance of proactive measures to verify information before it is shared with the public.
Dr Serebour Quaicoo, Director of Training at the EC, stressed that the unmonitored spread of misinformation could fuel tensions and damage the credibility of the election.
He encouraged both the media and the general public to prioritise accuracy over speed when sharing election-related information.
In a media interview on Tuesday, 12 November, Dr Quaicoo revealed that the EC is working to reinforce its communication channels to ensure that accurate information reaches the public promptly.
This initiative aims to provide voters with reliable updates and reduce the chances of false information influencing public perception during the election period.
Dr Quaicoo further urged voters to rely on trusted, verified sources for updates and to report any suspicious or unverified information they encounter.
By adopting a cautious approach to information, he noted, citizens can help safeguard the integrity of the election and support a peaceful and transparent voting process.
"And I said that my greatest fear for Election 2024 is misinformation. Because both the traditional and the social media at times are in a hurry to put forward information without checking the authenticity."
“So I am saying that I am seeing ahead of us where people will come out with some videos that may not even be related to Ghana’s election.”
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