19 hours Ago By Ghana News
A serious allegation has been made against the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC), claiming they have a plan to remove veteran journalist and radio host Kwami Sefa Kayi from his position on Peace FM’s popular morning show, Kokrokoo. The accusation was made by P.K.
Sarpong of the NPP on his Facebook page. Sefa Kayi, who has been absent from the show for several weeks, is reportedly being forced out due to pressure from the ruling party. According to sources close to Despite Media Network, the management of the station allegedly reached an agreement with the NDC that requires Sefa Kayi to publicly apologize to the party on air in an effort to restore relations.
The controversy stems from past tensions between the NDC and Peace FM. In May 2020, the NDC, led by then-National Communications Officer Sammy Gyamfi, announced a boycott of Kokrokoo, accusing the host and producers of unfairness and bias in their choice of panelists. A major issue was the presence of Allotey Jacobs, a former NDC regional chairman, whom the party felt did not represent its views.
The NDC’s request for a replacement was allegedly ignored, leading to their boycott of the show. Reports suggest that under the alleged agreement, Sefa Kayi will not return as host until the NDC ends its boycott. Some sources claim the party intends to keep him off air for an extended period to demonstrate its influence over the media.
Critics argue that if the allegations are true, it raises concerns about press freedom and political interference in the media. Others believe media outlets should remain independent and resist political pressure. Neither Sefa Kayi nor Peace FM management has publicly commented on the claims, and the NDC has yet to release a statement.
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