Regulate campaign financing to protect democracy, urges NMC

Ghana's democratic progress is at risk from the unchecked influence of money in politics, the National Media Commission (NMC) warned. The NMC urged the public and media to actively scrutinize campaign financing to safeguard the nation's democratic achievements.

George Sarpong, the Executive Secretary of the NMC, stated that excessive financial influence in political campaigns can undermine democratic governance. He cautioned that such practices create openings for individuals with questionable interests to gain power, potentially compromising the integrity of the political system.

The commission advocates for robust regulation of campaign finance as a vital measure to protect democracy. This call to action emphasizes the need for transparency and accountability in political funding to ensure that Ghana's democratic institutions remain resilient against undue financial pressures.

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excessive influence of money in politics could undermine democratic governance and create opportunities for individuals with questionable interests