The President of the Ghana Journalists Association (GJA), Albert Kwabena Dwumfour, has called on the management of Angel FM to reconsider and change the title of their midday news program, ‘Orgasm News,’ to a more appropriate and professional name. According to him, the current title undermines decency in journalism and does not align with the ethical standards expected from media houses.
Speaking at a media engagement event, Mr. Dwumfour emphasized that journalistic content should uphold societal values and promote responsible broadcasting. He explained that while creativity in media programming is encouraged, it must not compromise ethical principles or offend public sensibilities.
“The use of the word ‘orgasm’ in a news bulletin creates unnecessary controversy and raises concerns about professionalism in journalism. Media houses must ensure that their branding reflects the core principles of integrity, decency, and responsibility,” he stated.
The call by the GJA President comes amid growing concerns from media experts and listeners who believe that the choice of words in news branding plays a crucial role in shaping public perception. Many argue that ‘Orgasm News’ may be misleading, especially to younger audiences, and could contribute to the trivialization of serious news reporting.
In response, some media analysts have defended Angel FM, stating that the station likely intended to use the term figuratively to signify excitement and enthusiasm in news reporting. However, others insist that a more appropriate and socially acceptable title should be adopted to maintain the station’s credibility and uphold public trust.
Angel FM’s management is yet to officially respond to the GJA President’s request. However, industry watchers believe that the station may consider a name change in the interest of maintaining professional standards and avoiding unnecessary controversy.
The Ghana Journalists Association remains committed to upholding ethical journalism and has urged all media houses to prioritize responsible content creation in their programming.
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