Flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Mahama, has cautioned the media against providing inaccurate and unbalanced reporting ahead, during, and after the 2024 elections.Speaking at the national event for the signing of the peace pact, he stated, "To our media practitioners, I encourage you to promote balanced and accurate reporting.

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We must avoid misleading the electorates by deceiving them that some parties are going to vote one day and others are going to vote on another day."He added, "we must avoid sensationalism and speculation and focus on providing credible information that promotes peace and understanding.

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" The former president also commended the security agencies for their tireless efforts and entreated them to continue displaying professionalism in carrying out their duties prior, during, and after the election."I urge you to remain impartial and professional in your duties, ensuring that all citizens can exercise their rights to vote without fear or intimidation," he added.

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He reiterated the opposition party’s commitment to ensuring Ghana’s peace is not tainted during this year’s election.Mr Mahama remarked that although the NDC will protect the country’s peace, the onus lies on all to play their part in safeguarding the country’s peace.“We are all too aware of the devastating consequences of electoral violence in other countries. We cannot afford to traverse that same path.

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As patriotic citizens, we have a collective responsibility to ensure our country remains a beacon of peace and stability in our sub region and we in the NDC stand prepared to play our part to achieve this,” he said.

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The National Peace Council met with representatives from all political parties and their presidential candidates ahead of the 2024 election today to sign a peace pact that will bind candidates to promote national unity and stability.The event took place at the Kempinski Hotel, Gold Coast City, Accra, under the theme: Pursuing Peaceful Elections, Non-Violence and Justice.

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