Speaker Urges Parliamentary Action on National Discourse Civility
Speaker Bagbin says Parliament must drive restoration of civil dialogue and curb online abuse in Ghana.
The Speaker of Parliament, Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, has expressed deep concern over the growing volume of hate speech and abusive online comments targeting public figures in Ghana.
He emphasized that Parliament holds the responsibility to spearhead efforts aimed at restoring civility in the nation's discourse.
President John Dramani Mahama recently called for a national conversation on the menace, urging all citizens to engage in discussions about curbing offensive online conduct.
The Speaker pointed out that such behavior undermines democratic values and called for legislative interventions to guide responsible digital engagement.
He tasked relevant parliamentary committees to collaborate with civil society and media stakeholders on sustainable solutions.
Parliament intends to organize a series of stakeholder workshops and public consultations to conceptualize policy measures that address the root causes of online abuse.
The initiative aims to balance freedom of expression with the protection of reputations and public order.
Implementation timelines and specific regulatory proposals are set to be outlined in the coming weeks.
Comprehensive reports will be presented to both Parliament and the Presidency for approval and rollout.
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