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President Mahama reaffirms commitment to safeguarding the safety of journalists
The Government of Ghana has condemned the attempted arrest of a JoyNews reporter and the assault of an eyewitness by a soldier during a recent demolition exercise involving properties linked to McDan Group.
The incident occurred during the demolition of structures allegedly associated with Daniel McKorley, also known as McDan, the Chief Executive Officer of McDan Group.
The operation, which involved military personnel, sparked public concern after a Joy news journalist covering the exercise was nearly arrested, and an eyewitness filming the scene was physically assaulted.
In a statement issued on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, the Minister for Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, said the actions of the soldier were unacceptable and have no place in a democratic society.
“I am directed by President John Dramani Mahama to unequivocally reaffirm his unwavering commitment to the freedom and safety of journalists,” the statement read.
The President described press freedom as a key pillar of democracy, necessary for promoting transparency, accountability, and informed public debate.
He also emphasized that the rights of all citizens must be respected at all times.
To ensure justice and prevent similar incidents, President Mahama has directed the Minister for Defence and the National Security Coordinator to investigate the matter and impose appropriate disciplinary measures without delay.
The government further assured the public of its commitment to protecting the rights and safety of all Ghanaians.
The Ghana Police Hospital will carry out a fumigation and maintenance exercise from Friday, May 1 to Sunday, May 3, 2026.
According to a statement issued by the hospital’s Public Affairs Officer, Chief Inspector Faustina Afia Nunekpeku, the exercise will affect the Eye Clinic, Intensive Care Unit, Specialist Consulting Rooms, Maternity and Labour Ward, Female Ward, Male Ward and the Theatre.
Management of the hospital explained that the exercise is intended to improve safety and hygiene within the facility.
As part of preparations for the fumigation, the hospital said there will be no new admissions at the affected departments from April 30, 2026, to help decongest the units before the exercise begins.
The hospital has therefore appealed to the public and its clients to take note of the temporary arrangements and seek healthcare services at alternative medical facilities during the period.
Management also thanked the public for their understanding and cooperation.
By: Jacob Aggrey
A special intelligence team of the Ghana Police Service has dismantled a robbery gang responsible for a series of violent attacks in the Upper East region, following an intelligence-led operation on April 29, 2026.
The suspects, Awudu Kasim, Malik Baako, Mohammed Amidu, and Wadud Abdul were arrested at their hideout at Zuarungu.
A search at the location led to the retrieval of a G3 rifle loaded with 30 rounds of ammunition which had been concealed in the storage compartment of a motorbike that suspect Samsudeen Mohammed and an accomplice known as “DJ”, currently at large, had robbed from a victim. Police also retrieved seven (7) other motorbikes believed to be stolen.
During interrogation, the suspects admitted involvement in a series of robbery attacks across the region. These include an attack on February 2026 along the Zuarungu–Kongo road 4, during which a bus driver, Ussif Abdul Razak, sustained gunshot injuries and lost three fingers, and a separate attack on a cargo truck driver, Mohammed Ibrahim, on the same stretch.
They also admitted to a robbery at the Kejetia mining site at Gbane on 28th March 2026, where a miner, Atani Mark, was robbed of cash and gold, as well as other incidents in the area.
Two suspects, Samsudeen Mohammed and Seidu Safianu, now deceased, sustained gunshot injuries during the operation. Their bodies have been transported to the Police Hospital morgue for preservation and autopsy.
All four suspects are in custody assisting investigations, while efforts are ongoing to arrest other accomplices, including one identified as “DJ”, who is at large.
The Ghana Police Service has assured the public that all those at large will be arrested to face the full rigours of the law
