The Northern Regional Director of the National Youth Authority (NYA), Mumuni Sulemana has emphasized the importance of positive media portrayal of Northern Ghana.
Speaking during the African Youth Day celebration event in Tamale, Sulemana expressed his concern about the prevailing negative perception of the Northern region.
He noted that some investors and Ghanaians tend to view Northern Ghana as an area marked by violence and instability, and this perception has unfortunate consequences. Sulemana highlighted that the negative image of the North dissuades government workers from accepting postings or transfers to the region, considering it as a form of punishment.
Sulemana attributed these adverse perceptions, in part, to media reportage.
He suggested that while positive developments occur in the region, they receive less attention compared to negative incidents.
Sulemana appealed to the media to focus on the positive aspects of Northern Ghana, transforming its image and making it an attractive place for workers and residents.
Furthermore, the NYA Regional Director urged young people to refrain from becoming instruments of violence, emphasizing their role as the hope of the nation. His call aimed at fostering a sense of responsibility and promoting a positive outlook for Northern Ghana.
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