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Judiciary not enemy of media – Chief Justice
The judiciary is not an enemy of the media rather the two entities are enjoined by the Constitution to fight for peace and development of this country, the Chief Justice, Mr. Kwasi Anin-Yeboah has said.
He has assured that the courts would do their best possible to ensure the smooth operations of the media but cautioned media practitioners and other communicators to respect the sanctity of the law courts.
Inaugurating the Judicial Press Corps as well as launching the Handbook for Journalists on Monday in Accra, Mr. Justice Anin-Yeboah who is the 14th Chief Justice of the Republic of Ghana since independence asked journalists not to feed the citizens with lies and half-truths but be circumspect in their reportage.
The official launch of the Judicial Press Corps is “feather in the cap” of the Chief Justice.
He said “The work of the Judiciary and the position it occupies within our constitutional architecture requires that information about the judiciary must be accurate and handled with utmost care not to deceive the public.
“When information which is not true about pending cases is spread about the judiciary, it undermines trust in our work and eats away at the very foundations of our Republic.
“We do not have any power or option of interfering with media freedom. Ghana must and will remain a bastion of freedom of speech.
“However, we must urgently address the issues of standards and propriety in relation to court reporting else we ourselves vulnerable to misinformation that will mislead the citizenry”.
The Acting Director of Judicial Training Institute and Justice of the Court of Appeal, His Lordship Dennis Adjei bemoaned the peddling of fake news or misinformation by some media practitioners which he said had become the order of the day.
In his brief remarks, Mr. Yaw Boadu-Ayeboafo, Chairman of the National Media Commission also advised practitioners to seek help from lawyers with regard to interpretation of legal jargons or terminologies other words referred to as legalese.
By Castro Zangina-Tong
Ghana’s parliament has marked the 2nd edition of May Day 2026 under the theme “ Welcome Home”.
It was special day meant to celebrate the invaluable support of the workforce, recognizing the commitment, resilience, and contributions of workers to institutional growth and national development.
Delivering the message on behalf of the Speaker, the 1st Deputy Speaker, Bernard Ahiafor, described the theme as very apt, appropriate, and timely, noting that Parliament is more than a workplace, it is a shared home.
He emphasized that we cannot speak about work without speaking about people, reminding everyone that the true measure of our work is the well-being of our people.
He urged that our traditional clothing become an integral part of our everyday clothing, and that our local languages must become integral to our daily lives, interwoven into education and practiced at home.
Referencing Standing Order 63, which captures the use of local language as optional in deliberations, he encouraged a renewed commitment to identity, saying it is significant that we “come home” and present who we are so future generations can inherit a story they can fully tell.
The Clerk, Mr. Ebenezer Ahumah Djietror, in his remarks commended officers for their dedication and devotion to duty, calling on them to go the extra mile and leave legacies.
Echoing the reminder that an unexamined life is not worth living, he described the event as an invitation to reconnect with our roots through cultural revival.
The Deputy Clerk, C&FMS, Dr. Gloria Sarku Kumawu, urged all not to forget their roots, the people behind the stories of ministries, industries, and the strides made both in-house and beyond.
What began last year has now become a meaningful tradition, showcasing Ghanaian heritage, fostering unity, and encouraging innovation under the principle of diversity for unity and diversity for progress, she added.
The gathering brought together leadership, public officials, and staff across all levels, along with the media, standing as a unifying platform that honored service, celebrated culture, and reaffirmed a shared commitment to national development.
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Manhyia would serve as Ghana’s unifying force …Otumfuo assures on commemoration of 27 years on the Golden Stool
The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, last Friday celebrated his 27th enstoolment with a colourful and culture-rich ceremony at the Manhyia Palace in Kumasi, drawing a distinguished gathering of dignitaries from across Ghana and beyond.
Clad in splendid kente and adorned in rich traditional regalia, the dignitaries added colour and elegance to the occasion, as the palace grounds came alive with a vibrant display of Ghanaian culture.
Traditional drumming, dancing and symbolic rites underscored the deep-rooted heritage of the Ashanti Kingdom, captivating guests and reaffirming the value of tradition in modern society.
Speaking at a high-level Executive Gala organised by the Diaspora Affairs Office of the Office of the President in strategic partnership with the E ON 3 Group, the ‘World-Meets-in-Ghana’ gala, the Asantehene urged Ghanaians to guard against the divisive tendencies of partisan politics.
The event was to honour the Asantehene’s nearly three-decade reign under the theme ‘Advancing Peace and Sustainable Economic Development through Royal Vision’.
Otumfuo Osei Tutu II noted that such attitudes threatened the country’s long-standing values of unity, civility and brotherliness.
He assured that Manhyia would continue to serve as a unifying force for the nation.
The celebration also featured the presentation of commemorative gold coins to notable national leaders, including the President, John Dramani Mahama, former Presidents John Agyekum Kufuor and Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo as well as Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, a former Vice President in recognition of their contributions to peace and national development.
By Spectator Reporter
