Data journalist Maxwell Mensah has raised concerns about online political misinformation. He stated that the trend is worsening.
Mensah, who leads the Data and Investigations Desk at the Tobinco Group, believes this situation poses a significant threat.
He warned that the rise of fake news and abusive language online could erode public trust.
This trend also has the potential to harm Ghana's democratic discourse, he added.
Mensah called for an immediate end to this negative development on social media platforms.
His statement highlights the importance of reliable information in maintaining a healthy democracy.
The potential impact on public trust and democratic processes was emphasized.
Further details about potential solutions or specific instances were not immediately available from the journalist.