The Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) has accepted an apology from the Central Regional Chairman of the National Democratic Congress, Dr. Richard Asiedu, following the invasion and shutdown of Kasoa-based Obaatanpa Radio last month. The GJA had earlier given Dr Asiedu a seven-day ultimatum to publicly apologise and report himself to the Police over the incident, which it described as an attack on press freedom and the safety of journalists.
Responding, Dr. Asiedu expressed regret over the incident and apologised to the media fraternity, especially the management and staff of Obaatanpa Radio. He promised to become an Ambassador for Press Freedom and encouraged Owners of Radio Stations to ensure decorum on their platforms. President of the Ghana Journalists Association, GJA, Albert Dumfour in accepting the apology urged all political actors and stakeholders to respect the independence of the media and ensure that journalists can operate without intimidation or interference.
Pictures from the Press Conference.
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The controversy follows an incident last month in which some individuals linked to the Central Regional branch of the NDC allegedly stormed the premises of Kasoa-based Obaatanpa Radio and interrupted its operations. The action, which led to the temporary shutdown of the station, attracted widespread condemnation from media organizations and press freedom advocates, with concerns raised over threats to the safety of journalists and the independence of the media.
