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  • Police investigate attack on Prof. Opoku-Agyemang’s convoy at Akosombo

    Police investigate attack on Prof. Opoku-Agyemang’s convoy at Akosombo

    Ghana Police Service has announced that it has commenced investigations into an incident involving the convoy of Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, the running mate of the opposition National Democratic Congress.

    The incident occurred between Akuse and Kpong on the Akosombo-Accra Highway in the Eastern Region when a dispatch rider, approaching from the opposite direction, allegedly threw an object at the windscreen of one of the vehicles in her convoy, causing significant damage

    In a statement dated Saturday, November 30, 2024, the police explained that a dispatch rider traveling in the opposite direction of the convoy, which was moving between Akuse and Kpong on the Akosombo Highway, hurled an object at the windscreen of one of the vehicles, damaging the windshield.

    “The Ghana Police Service has commenced an investigation into an incident involving the convoy of Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang, the running mate of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), on Friday, November 29, 2024.

    Police statement on attack on Naana Jane

    “Preliminary police reports indicate that the incident occurred between Akuse and Kpong, along the Akosombo-Accra Highway in the Eastern Region, when a dispatch rider from the opposite direction allegedly threw an object at the windscreen of a vehicle in the running mate’s convoy, causing damage to the windscreen,” the police statement said.

    Political parties and candidates are in the final stages of their campaign activities for the 2024 presidential and parliamentary elections.

    Ghanaians will head to the polls on December 7 to elect a new president and parliamentary representatives.

    The police have assured the public of their commitment to conducting thorough investigations and maintaining peace and safety before, during, and after the elections.

  • Rely on fact-checking to combat misinformation – Prof. Opoku-Agyemang

    Rely on fact-checking to combat misinformation – Prof. Opoku-Agyemang

    Running Mate of the National Democratic Congress, Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, emphasised the importance of vigilance and fact-checking in navigating the media landscape, particularly for Public Relations (PR) professionals.

    Speaking at the national public relations and communications summit in Kwahu, she urged PR experts to exercise extra caution in their work and prioritise verifying information to counteract misinformation and disinformation.

    Prof. Opoku-Agyemang underscored the significance of adopting responsible communication practices amidst the current media frenzy. She emphasised that, in an era of information overload, ensuring the accuracy and reliability of disseminated content is paramount.

    Recognising the challenges posed by misinformation and information overload, she emphasized the pivotal role PR professionals play in upholding the integrity of information sharing.

    By prioritising fact-checking and vigilance, she noted, PR professionals can help combat the proliferation of false information and contribute to a more informed society.

    “Providing accurate information can be challenging in a politicised environment, but I encourage you to strive for truth and integrity in your practice,” she added.

    Mr. Mawuko Afadzinu, the Immediate Past President of the Institute of Public Relations (IPR) in Ghana, underscored the importance of embracing new technologies like Artificial Intelligence (AI) to enhance the profession and status of PR practitioners.

    He highlighted the potential for AI to bring about significant efficiencies, enabling practitioners to accomplish more with fewer resources. Afadzinu emphasised that IPR Ghana’s primary objective is to provide a professional framework for the practice of public relations, thereby elevating the skills and reputation of its members as expert professionals.

    While acknowledging AI’s capacity to perform tasks that traditionally require human intelligence, such as learning, problem-solving, and decision-making, Afadzinu emphasised that creativity remains a uniquely human domain.

    “By blending their expertise in public relations and communications with AI’s processing powers, professionals can elevate their practice,” he said, adding, “Moreover, AI can help combat misinformation, disinformation, and information overload by tracking sentiment.”

    The Institute of Public Relations (IPR) Ghana convened its national summit in conjunction with its Annual General Meeting, attracting public relations and communication professionals as well as academics from both the public and private sectors.

    The summit sought to tackle urgent issues within the field of public relations, especially amidst a period characterised by rampant misinformation, disinformation, and information overload.

    The three-day event, themed “PR experience in the age of misinformation, disinformation, and information overload,” brought together industry experts, professionals, and stakeholders to discuss and share insights on navigating the complex landscape of modern communication.

    The summit offered participants an opportunity to network and discover innovative practices, while the Annual General Meeting reviewed the activities of the past year, reflected on them, and strategized for 2024.

  • Outdooring Prof. Naana Jane doesn’t change anything – NPP loyalist Ellen Daaku

    Outdooring Prof. Naana Jane doesn’t change anything – NPP loyalist Ellen Daaku

    Ahead of Prof. Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang’s introduction as the running mate of the National Democratic Congress for the 2024 presidential election, Ellen Ama Daaku, a failed Women Organiser aspirant of the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP), expressed skepticism regarding the significance of the appointment.

    Daaku questioned the attention surrounding Prof. Opoku-Agyemang’s nomination, arguing that her previous selection as the running mate to former President John Dramani Mahama in 2020 had little impact on the election outcome.

    She suggested that the same would hold true for the upcoming December 7, 2024, polls.

    “My issue this morning is that I believe we have a lot of things to discuss in this country.

    The NDC as I said, they are not ready for this election. If they were, there are other pressing matters with their campaign and getting themselves ready, not outdooring somebody you outdoored four years ago; it did not make an impact.

    “You announced her three months ago, it has not made any impact. In fact, it was after that announcement that the famous statement by Kwesi Ahwoi came, you have not addressed that and you are going for another outdooring,” she said.

    During her inaugural address following her introduction by the NDC on Wednesday night, Prof. Opoku-Agyemang accused the Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo government of pushing Ghana towards the brink of collapse.

    She highlighted corruption as a prevalent issue under the current administration and emphasized the NDC’s commitment to holding those responsible accountable.

    “John and I have agreed, that whoever has participated in the plunder of the state must be held accountable.

    “This is not a threat; it is a promise, premised on the wishes of our citizens across the various political and social divides, and hinged on the principle of accountability,” she stated.