The growing number of attacks on journalists under President Mahama’s administration has been criticized by the Ghana Journalists Association (GJA), which calls the situation “unprecedented”.
GJA President Albert Kwabena Dwumfour claims that since President Mahama took office less than 50 days ago, there have been seven documented instances of violence against journalists.
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 a personal interest in these cases, referencing his past commitments to media freedom.
