ACCRA – The Ghanaian government today condemned the attempted arrest of a JoyNews reporter and the assault of an eyewitness by a soldier at a demolition site. Felix Kwakye Ofosu, MP, Spokesperson to the President and Minister for Government Communications, stated that such actions are “utterly unacceptable to the John Mahama administration and have no place in our democratic society.”
In a statement released Wednesday, July 30, 2025, Kwakye Ofosu reiterated President John Dramani Mahama’s “unwavering commitment to the freedom and safety of journalists,” emphasizing that a “free and unfettered press is a cornerstone of our democracy.”
The government also affirmed its commitment to protecting the rights and ensuring the safety and security of all Ghanaian citizens. To address the incident, the government has directed the Minister for Defence and the National Security Coordinator to investigate and ensure that “appropriate disciplinary and punitive measures” are immediately imposed to ensure accountability and prevent future occurrences.
Ruth Abla ADJORLOLO
