Misinformation Can Undermine Public Health - NCCE Cautions Pantang Nursing Students

As part of efforts to bolster youth resilience against the threats of misinformation and disinformation, the NCCE, sponsored by the European Partnership for Democracy, has sensitised students of the Pantang Nursing and Midwifery Training College on the need to critically assess digital content before sharing. The event, held under the WYDE (Women and Youth in Democracy) civic engagement initiative, drew attention to the urgent need for media literacy among young health professionals in their line of work.

The Greater Accra Regional Director of the NCCE, Mr. Mawuli Agbenu, spearheaded the engagement, cautioning students about the pervasive dangers of fake news, particularly on social media platforms. He urged them to fact-check information before sharing, highlighting how false narratives could undermine public health, democratic governance, and social cohesion. His message underscored the importance of responsible digital citizenship and the role of informed youth in sustaining Ghana’s democratic gains.

Mr. Agbenu further encouraged the students, many of whom were women, to serve as credible sources of information within their communities. He emphasised the vital link between civic awareness, professional integrity, and national development, noting that nurses and midwives are not only health workers but also key influencers in society. The NCCE’s intervention forms part of a broader national strategy to build media-savvy youth who are empowered to defend democracy through truth, dialogue, and active civic participation.