A widely circulated social media claim alleging that Alfred Mahama, brother of President John Dramani Mahama, has taken over community mining operations in Mfante in the Ahafo Ano Municipality has been debunked as false.

The allegation, which gained traction across multiple digital platforms, suggested that Mr. Mahama was directly involved in mining activities in the Mfante area.

However, local authorities, opinion leaders, and executives of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) have strongly denied the claims, describing them as baseless and misleading.

According to community members and party officials, there is no evidence to support the assertion, which they believe was deliberately fabricated to misinform the public and create unnecessary controversy.

Sources familiar with the matter have also clarified that Mr. Mahama has no involvement in illegal mining activities and has not been linked to any mining concessions in Mfante or its surrounding communities.

The claim is believed to have originated from a viral news card bearing the branding of “Ghana Today.”

The image, which was prominently marked “FAKE,” purported to quote NDC executives from Mfante, Subriso, and Numasuo cautioning the President over concession-related matters.

However, checks conducted found no credible publication or verified statements from recognised NDC officials to substantiate the claims, raising further doubts about the authenticity of the content.

Political observers and party insiders have dismissed the narrative as misinformation aimed at damaging reputations and heightening political tensions.

They also questioned references within the viral message, including mentions of individuals whose identities and roles could not be verified.

The incident highlights growing concerns over the spread of misinformation within Ghana’s digital space, particularly as political discourse intensifies.

Analysts warn that false claims involving high-profile figures can distort public perception and erode trust in democratic processes.

Media experts have also raised an alarm over the misuse of established media branding, noting that impersonation of outlets undermines credibility and misleads the public.

Communication specialists are urging citizens to be vigilant when consuming and sharing online content, stressing the need to verify information through credible sources before amplifying it.

They further emphasise that safeguarding truth and accuracy in the digital age is a shared responsibility, requiring collective efforts from the public, media, and political stakeholders alike.