Journalists in the country have expressed disappointment in the lack of progress in the execution of justice for the late investigative journalist Ahmed Hussein-Suale Divela, five years after his demise.
Ahmed Hussein-Suale Divela, who was an investigative journalist of Tiger Eye P.I., was murdered in cold blood on the night of Wednesday, January 16, 2019, sending shockwaves throughout the journalistic community in Ghana and around the world.
The United Press for Development Network (UPDN), in a statement dated January 16, expressed fury at the lack of progress on the part of the security in bringing the perpetrators to book.
“UPDN expresses deep disappointment and dismay at the lack of progress in bringing the perpetrators of this heinous crime to justice. We are particularly concerned about the apparent lack of urgency and commitment demonstrated by key authorities in resolving this case.”
UPDN called on the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Dr. George Akuffo Dampare, Information Minister Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, Attorney General Godfred Yeboah Dame, and President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo to prioritize the investigation into Ahmed Suale’s murder.
It further described as ‘disheartening’ the lapse in accountability for his murder, which it believes threatens press freedom.
“We call upon the Director-General of the Criminal Investigation Department, DCOP Faustina Agyeiwaa Kodua Andoh, Inspector General of Police (IGP) Dr. George Akuffo Dampare, Information Minister Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, Attorney General Godfred Yeboah Dame and President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo to prioritize the investigation into Ahmed Suale’s murder. It is disheartening to witness the lapse in accountability for such a grave violation of human rights and an attack on the cornerstone of democracy and freedom of the press,” UPDN said in its statement.
UPDN issued a stern warning against any form of assault against journalists before, during, and after the December polls.
“As the 2024 Parliamentary and Presidential elections approach, UPDN issues a stern warning against any form of press assault and media brutality in Ghana.”
