AMB. Kabral Blay urges Journalists To Report Accurate On Energy Sector

Ambassador Kabral Blay Amihere, former president of Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) and board chairman of Ghana Grid Company (GRIDCO), has urged journalists to be meticulous in their reporting on the energy sector.

He emphasized the importance of understanding the sector, its stakeholders, and verifying information to avoid chaos.

Former GJA president and diplomat Amb. Kabral Blay advised journalists to engage with experts, fact-check, and cross-check information, rather than relying on politicians or bloggers.

Addressing participants at a media training on the energy sector organized by Energy News Africa Ltd in Accra. Ambassador Kabral Blay emphasized the energy sector is sensitive, with many false narratives surrounding it.

Echoing similar sentiments, Michael Afful, Editor of Energy News Africa Ltd, advised journalists to verify information on social media before publishing energy sector stories.

He noted that many journalists lack knowledge about energy equipment and the sector’s significance in various industries.

He cautioned against spreading misinformation, citing instances where politicians share unverified information on social media, which journalists then publish without fact-checking.