Dean of the Parliamentary Press Corps (PPC), Simon Agianab, has stressed the critical role of parliamentary journalists in bridging the gap between complex policy decisions and public understanding.

According to him, effective reporting is central to transparency, accountability, and democratic governance in Ghana.

He made the remarks at the opening of a capacity-building workshop for members of the Parliamentary Press Corps, organised by the Parliament of Ghana with support from the World Bank and the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) of the United Kingdom.

The programme, which runs from Friday, March 13 to Monday, March 16, 2026, is being held at the Capital View Hotel and is aimed at enhancing journalists’ capacity in public financial management reporting. 

Addressing participants, Mr Agianab described the Parliamentary Press Corps as a vital link between Parliament and citizens, noting that journalists covering the legislature have a responsibility that goes beyond reporting proceedings to interpreting complex legislative and economic issues in ways that are accessible to the general public.

In today’s fast-evolving governance and economic environment, policies and fiscal decisions are often communicated in technical language that can be difficult for ordinary citizens to understand. It is therefore essential that parliamentary journalists are adequately equipped to interpret and explain these issues accurately,” he said.

He noted that the workshop provides an important opportunity for members of the Corps to deepen their understanding of key economic concepts frequently discussed in Parliament.

“It is our hope that through this workshop, members of the Parliamentary Press Corps will gain a clearer appreciation of critical topics such as public debt management, the national budget statement, the Medium-Term Expenditure Framework, and reports from the Auditor-General, among others. A better grasp of these subjects will enable us to provide more accurate, insightful, and engaging reports that enhance public understanding and strengthen democratic accountability.”

Mr Agianab expressed confidence that the knowledge gained from the workshop would enhance the quality and accuracy of parliamentary reporting.

“I am confident that the knowledge and insights we will gain over the next two days will not only enrich our professional practice but also contribute to improving the quality of Parliamentary reporting in our country. On behalf of the Parliamentary Press Corps, I wish to assure our organisers of our full commitment to this programme. We are eager to participate actively in the discussions, learn from the resource persons, and engage constructively throughout the sessions.

He also thanked the World Bank, the FCDO, and other partners for their support.

“Your investment in building the capacity of the media ultimately strengthens transparency, accountability, and democratic governance in Ghana.

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