"Persistent negative reportage about Military could undermine public confidence, threaten nat'l security" — Defence Press Corps Dean warns

The Dean of the Defence Press Corps, Mr. Joseph Armstrong Gold-Alorgbey, has cautioned journalists against excessive negative reporting on the Ghana Armed Forces (GAF), stressing that such narratives have the potential to erode public trust and jeopardize national security.

Addressing participants at the 2025 Defence Press Corps Annual Fun Games and End-of-Year Get-Together at Burma Camp in Accra, Mr. Gold-Alorgbey underscored the crucial role the media plays in shaping public perception of the military.

He noted that although journalists enjoy constitutional freedoms, they must remain conscious of the sensitive nature of security reporting.

He explained that undermining the credibility and reputation of the Armed Forces could weaken the nation’s defence posture and send dangerous signals to hostile groups seeking to destabilize Ghana.

Representing the Chief of the Naval Staff, Commodore Roger Bagoniah commended the Defence Press Corps for promoting constructive engagement between the media and security institutions.

He reaffirmed the Ghana Navy’s commitment to supporting journalists in their efforts to foster transparency, peace, and national cohesion.

This year’s Fun Games brought together teams from the Presidential Press Corps, Parliamentary Press Corps, Bloggers Association, and the Defence Press Corps, who participated in activities such as sack race, lime and spoon race, ludo, draft, an eating competition, musical chairs, and a football match.

The Defence Press Corps claimed the overall championship, with the Presidential Press Corps placing second, followed by the Bloggers Association and the Parliamentary Press Corps.

The event concluded with an informal gathering aimed at strengthening the relationship between journalists and military personnel.

Story by: Joshua Kwabena Smith