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JoyNews Journalist Assulted: Carlos Calony thanks Ghanaians and media for support after assault and detention
Multimedia journalist Carlos Calony has expressed gratitude to the general public and the inky fraternity, especially the Multimedia Group Limited, for the overwhelming support and concern shown him.
This comes after he was allegedly assaulted and detained by National Security operatives on Wednesday , July 30, 2025, while covering an assignment on the demolition of structures belonging to businessman, Daniel McKorley, popularly known as McDan at Spintex in Accra
In a statement, Mr Calony said he was deeply moved by the calls, messages, and words of encouragement he received during the difficult period.
He thanked the Board, Management, and Staff of the Multimedia Group Limited for their swift action and strong support, which he said helped to secure his release.
“I consider it a privilege to be part of a media family that is independent, fearless, and credible,” he said.
Mr Calony also extended his appreciation to the media community, including the Ghana Journalists Association and the Media Foundation for West Africa, for speaking out against the attack.
He acknowledged their swift response adding that it showed a strong commitment to defending press freedom and protecting journalists.
According to him, the assault was not just an attack on him and his crew, but an attack on free speech and democracy in Ghana.
He described the incident as unprovoked, unjustified, and troubling.
He called on the authorities to ensure justice is served and to take steps to prevent similar attacks on journalists in the future.
Mr Calony further stressed that the military uniform is a symbol of honour and discipline and should not be tarnished by a few individuals who misuse their power.
He urged Ghanaians to continue defending truth, justice, and freedom.
By Jacob Aggrey
The Diaspora Affairs Office at the Office of the President has hosted a delegation of African diaspora women who are in Ghana ahead of a planned Presidential Conferment of Citizenship ceremony.
The Director of Diaspora Affairs, Kofi Okyere Darko, explained in a Facebook post that the visit was a gesture of appreciation by the delegation to the Government of Ghana for its continued efforts to reconnect Africans in the diaspora with their ancestral homeland.
He indicated that the ceremony, scheduled for next Monday, will officially grant Ghanaian citizenship to members of the delegation as part of the country’s broader engagement with the African diaspora.
The delegation was led by Erica Bennett, Founder of the Diaspora Africa Forum.
According to Mr Okyere Darko, her years of advocacy have played an important role in strengthening ties between Africa and people of African descent living abroad.
He noted that the group’s journey towards citizenship represents not only a legal process but also a cultural and spiritual return to their roots.
Also present at the meeting was Natalie Jackson, an attorney who is also expected to receive Ghanaian citizenship during the ceremony. She works closely with renowned civil rights lawyer Ben Crump.
Mr Okyere Darko emphasised that Ghana remains committed to strengthening relationships with the African diaspora and promoting unity, identity, and shared heritage among people of African descent worldwide.
By: Jacob Aggrey
Ghana has signed a debt restructuring agreement with the Kingdom of Belgium as part of efforts to restore the country’s economic stability after the financial crisis that hit the nation in 2022 and 2023.
The Minister of Finance, Cassiel Ato Forson, today disclosed that he signed the agreement on behalf of the Government of Ghana.
He explained that Ghana experienced a very difficult period during the crisis, which forced the government at the time to declare a debt default.
However, he indicated that the country is now recovering and witnessing a significant economic turnaround.
According to him, stronger systems are also being put in place to ensure that Ghana does not return to such a situation again.
Dr Forson noted that the agreement with Belgium is the eighth deal Ghana has concluded with countries under the Official Creditor Committee as part of its external debt restructuring programme.
He expressed appreciation to the Government of Belgium for its support and partnership with Ghana during the process.
The Finance Minister thanked Carole van Eyll, Ambassador of Belgium to Ghana, for her role in strengthening relations between the two countries.
The agreement forms part of Ghana’s broader effort to restructure its external debts and stabilise the economy following the crisis.
By: Jacob Aggrey
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