The Ministry of Information has released a statement addressing an alleged assault on Abubakari Sadiq Gariba, a radio host from Tamale-based Dagbon FM.
The Ghana Police Service and other relevant agencies have been contacted by the Ministry to conduct an investigation and bring charges against the two attackers.
The Ministry highlighted the significance of prompt and forceful action from law enforcement officials to stop similar situations from happening again.
The victim reported that he was assaulted due to his criticism of one of the attackers during a live radio program on World Press Freedom Day.
A video of the incident has been circulated on social media, showing the two unidentified assailants confronting and threatening the presenter.
Mr. Gariba ultimately left the studio with the attackers.
The Ministry strongly condemned the assault, affirming that attacks on journalists are unacceptable and that it is imperative to maintain Ghana’s reputation for upholding press freedom.
“The Ministry of Information has noted with concern reports of assault on a journalist at Dagbon FM, in Tamale. The Ministry condemns the act and urges the Ghana Police Service and relevant agencies to investigate and prosecute the perpetrators. Attacks on journalists should not be countenanced. Severe and speedy response from law enforcement agencies is necessary to prevent copy-cat acts and maintain Ghana’s status in upholding press freedom,” the Ministry said in a statement.