Oheneba Nana Asiedu, a presenter at Wontumi TV/Radio, has been accused of spreading false information about the 2024 elections.
On air, he claimed that the Electoral Commission planned to split voting over two days, an assertion that authorities have dismissed as baseless and misleading.
Nana Asiedu alleged that voting on December 7 would cover candidates in positions 1 to 7 on the ballot paper, with positions 8 to 13 scheduled for the next day. This claim has raised concerns about its potential to confuse voters.
WATCH: Moment Wontumi Presenter Oheneba Nana Asiedu Made the Claims
The Ghana Police have invited Oheneba Nana Asiedu, a presenter at Womtumi TV/Radio, for deliberately misinforming the public on Wontumi Radio/TV. He claimed that the Electoral Commission has decided to split the election into two days.
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— EDHUB🌍ℹ (@eddie_wrt) November 23, 2024
The incident highlights the need for media professionals to verify information before broadcasting, particularly in the lead-up to elections, where public trust is paramount.
