The Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) has opened the doors of the Ghana International Press Centre (GIPC) as the central venue for press conferences related to the upcoming elections.This move is part of the GJA’s broader efforts to support transparent and credible elections by offering a centralized space for political parties, candidates, and the media to interact during the electoral period.

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In a statement signed by GJA General Secretary Kofi Yeboah, the association announced that the Gifty Afenyi Dadzie Conference Hall at the GIPC will be open for election-related press briefings.The GJA urged media outlets to deploy their news teams to the Press Centre to ensure extensive coverage of these engagements.Furthermore, the GJA outlined plans to establish a National Media Collation Centre (NMCC) at the GIPC.

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This center will serve as a hub for gathering and analyzing election results, with projections showcased on large screens.The NMCC is intended to provide a dependable source of information for the media, political stakeholders, and the general public.“The GJA is committed to facilitating credible elections, and this initiative underscores our role in ensuring transparency and accessibility during this critical period,” the release stated.

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The association conveyed optimism that the initiative would facilitate meaningful engagement between political stakeholders and the media, thereby promoting peaceful and credible elections.Media organizations have been urged to make the most of the facilities at the GIPC and actively take part in the GJA’s scheduled activities.

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