The Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) has condemned the rising cases of attacks on journalists under President Mahama’s administration, describing the situation as “unprecedented”.
According to GJA President Albert Kwabena Dwumfour, seven cases of journalist assaults have been recorded since the beginning of President Mahama’s tenure, just less than 50 days.
The GJA President expressed serious concern over the lack of accountability for those responsible, criticizing the government’s inaction in addressing the issue.
Addressing a press conference on Tuesday, Albert Dwumfour called on the government and law enforcement agencies to act swiftly in safeguarding press freedom and ensuring that journalists can perform their duties without fear of violence or intimidation.
The GJA has been vocal about its concerns regarding journalist safety and press freedom.
In December 2023, the GJA President declared that the association would “fight back fearlessly” against media attacks in 2024.
The recent attacks on journalists have sparked widespread concern among media practitioners and civil society organizations.
However, the GJA has urged President Mahama to take personal interest in these cases, referencing his past commitments to media freedom.
-BY Issah Olegor
