The National Security Council Secretariat has called on journalists and media organizations to continue promoting responsible journalism as a key tool for preserving peace, national cohesion and sustainable development in Ghana.
The appeal was made during a media engagement on “Broadcasting Peace: Responsible Journalism for National Development” held at the Modern City Tamarind Hotel on July 15, 2026. The programme brought together officials of the National Security Council Secretariat, law enforcement agencies and media practitioners from the five regions of the North.
Delivering the welcome address, Bernice Hetor of the National Security Council Secretariat said the gathering reflected a shared commitment to safeguarding the country’s peace and security through responsible journalism.
She noted that the engagement offered participants an opportunity for meaningful dialogue, mutual learning and renewed collaboration in advancing accurate, balanced and constructive public communication.
“As journalists, we all have a responsibility to promote peace, strengthen national cohesion and support sustainable development,” she said, while wishing participants a productive engagement.
Addressing the gathering, the Director of Operations at Ghana’s Ministry of National Security, Major General Timothy Tifucro Ba-Taa-Banah said the meeting was part of ongoing efforts by the National Security Council Secretariat to strengthen collaboration between state security institutions and the media.
He stressed that maintaining peace and security is a collective responsibility that requires the active participation of government, security agencies, the media and the general public.
According to him, Ghana’s current peaceful and secure environment is the result of sustained efforts by multiple stakeholders rather than chance.
“What we enjoy today is not an accident. It is the product of a fine mix of initiatives and efforts by the government, law enforcement agencies and citizens, including the media,” he said.
Major General Banah explained that the National Security Council Secretariat is promoting an “all-of-society” approach to national security, describing the media as a critical partner in protecting the country’s stability.
He commended journalists for supporting the “See Something, Say Something” campaign, saying public vigilance and timely reporting of suspicious activities have contributed significantly to preventing security threats.
He urged media practitioners to continue educating the public on the campaign, emphasizing that early reporting enables the appropriate authorities to act promptly to prevent situations from escalating.
“Our desire is to sustain the peace we currently enjoy and improve upon it. We cannot do that if we become complacent or leave any institution behind,” he stated.
Major General Banah said the ultimate goal is to ensure that all Ghanaians can live and work in a safe environment while creating a secure future for generations to come.
During the question-and-answer session, the security chief responded to concerns about the absence of permanent military posts in some border communities. He explained that it is neither practical nor possible to establish military installations in every community, noting that military deployment differs from other public services and is based on strategic security considerations.
The engagement reaffirmed the commitment of both the National Security Council Secretariat and the media to deepen collaboration in promoting peace, responsible journalism and national development across the country.
Source:nkiligifm.com
