The Ministry of Information has strongly denounced the recent studio attack on United Television (UTV) by individuals purported to be affiliated with the NPP.
“The Ministry condemns in no uncertain terms any unauthorized entry into media organizations in protest at media content or interference with media work. The right to free expression and the freedom of the media are key pillars of our democracy and must be fiercely protected,” it said.
The Ministry issued a statement on Sunday, indicating that it had reported the incident to the Ghana Police Service (GPS) on Saturday, October 7, 2023, seeking their intervention.
According to the Ministry, this followed reports to its Media Monitoring Center that a group of persons had entered UTV’s studios, allegedly without authorization, to express displeasure at the content of a live TV Programme.
“The police subsequently arrested 16 persons at the premises of UTV, and investigations are currently ongoing. The Ministry stands with the police and the courts in the conduct of their duties,” it added.
