NPG sensitizes Journalists on Ghana’s Nuclear Plans

Nuclear Power Ghana (NPG) – an authority set up to oversee and build Ghana’s Nuclear Power environment for safe, affordable, and environmentally friendly electricity for the country has made giant strides in its moved to introduce nuclear power into the country’s energy mix.

The NPG has therefore initiated a process to identify strategic partners for a proper buy-in of the program, and in line with this, it has commenced a stakeholder and community engagement programs for feedbacks and to address public concerns.

Recognizing the crucial role of the media in disseminating accurate information on nuclear power technology, a workshop is currently underway at the UniMAC GIJ Campus at Dzorwulu in Accra. The objective of the workshop is to empower journalists with the necessary information to enable them educate the public on the benefits, safety measures, and security aspects of the nuclear power program, among others.

Opening the workshop, the Executive Director of the NPG, Dr. Stephen Yamoah, emphasized the importance of communication programs in promoting understanding and appreciation of the nuclear power agenda among citizens.

“We need the media to promote public discourse and dialogue on the subject matter, and this workshop serves to equip journalists with the knowledge needed to effectively highlight these issues,” he stated.

Director of the Ghana News Agency, Albert Kofi Owusu, called on journalists to specialize in areas of national interest, particularly in the field of nuclear energy technology programs. He urged them to become drivers of the nuclear power technology agenda, reporting on the various aspects of the program. The training offered a comprehensive view of the nuclear power industry, ensuring that journalists are well-informed while delivering accurate and relevant information to the public.

Highlighting the crucial role of energy in national development, President of the Private Newspaper and Online News Publishers Association of Ghana (PRINPAG), Andrew Edwin Arthur, encouraged media professionals to be useful in the area of nuclear energy by honoring their duties as gatekeepers.

“By providing well-researched and balanced reporting, journalists can shape public perceptions in a way that supports the Nuclear Power Ghana and other stakeholders involved in the nuclear power program,” he stated.

The workshop, spanning over three days, aims to equip journalists with the necessary tools and resources to effectively communicate the benefits of nuclear power, addressing concerns raised by the public and ensure clarity on safety and security aspects.

With the joint efforts of the media, the Nuclear Power Ghana, and other stakeholders, aim also to create conducive environments for productive discussions and informed decisions regarding the introduction of nuclear power into the Ghanaian energy industry.

As Ghana takes significant strides towards diversifying its energy sources, the workshop serves as a testament to the commitment of the NPG and the media to engage the public responsibly, making Ghana’s energy future a central topic of discussion.

Source: Ghananewsonline.com.gh with more files from Whatsupnewsghana.com