2 weeks Ago By Ghana News
The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has issued a stern warning to Peace FM, stating that it will boycott the station’s popular morning show, Kokrokoo, unless veteran journalist and host, Kwame Sefa Kayi, is reinstated. The party’s decision comes amid growing tension between the NPP and Despite Media, the owners of Peace FM. According to sources, the NPP’s decision stems from what they perceive as “unfair treatment” meted out to Kwame Sefa Kayi, a respected figure in Ghanaian media known for his balanced and professional approach to political discussions.
The party believes that his sudden removal or sidelining from Kokrokoo is politically motivated. The Kokrokoo show has been a major platform for political discourse in Ghana, with Kwame Sefa Kayi playing a central role in shaping national conversations. His absence from the program has raised eyebrows, and the NPP’s stance seems to confirm speculation that internal wranglings may be at play.
A senior member of the NPP stated that the party will not appear on the show until Sefa Kayi is fully restored to his position as host. “We believe in press freedom, but we also value fairness. If one of the most credible voices on radio is being silenced, we must ask why.
” The situation has sparked public debate, with many Ghanaians calling for transparency and urging media organizations to resist political interference. Despite Media has not yet issued an official response to the NPP’s threat, but industry insiders suggest that the management is caught between maintaining editorial independence and managing political pressure. The outcome of this standoff could set a precedent for how political actors engage with independent media platforms moving forward.
As Ghana gears up for the 2028 elections, the relationship between media and political parties will undoubtedly face more scrutiny. The NPP’s decision to take a stand for Kwame Sefa Kayi highlights the party’s commitment to fairness and transparency in the media. Source: Yawa News.
