By Vivian Amoah
The President of the Ghana Journalists Association (GJA), Mr Albert Kwabena Dwumfour has strongly condemned the recent assault on journalists, describing it as a direct attack on press freedom and democracy.
Speaking during a press conference held at the Accra Press Conference Center on April 23, the GJA president emphasized that no democracy could thrive without a free and independent press.
“We are deeply disturbed by the continuous acts of violence and intimidation against journalists. The events of recent days are unacceptable and must not be tolerated in any democratic society,” he stated.
”Colleagues, you may recall that in our last media engagement, we addressed the attack on three journalists in the Western Region, which occurred on 21st February 2025. They were brutally assaulted by illegal small-scale miners (‘galamsey’ operators) operating in the Breman Adomanya Forest. They are Theophilus Akwasi Agyei Annim of Citi FM / Channel One TV, Henry Emil Fynn of Angel TV and Jacob Adu-Baah of ABC News / Rok FM. They were covering the extensive destruction of the forest as a result of ‘galamsey’ activities when the thugs pounced on and brutalized them. In the process, the attackers caused severe bodily harm to the journalists and also damage to their equipment. The attack on the three journalists was very barbaric and we call for speedy and satisfactory justice in their favor”, Mr Dumfour noted.
Mr. Albert Kwabena Dwumfour called on the authorities to swiftly investigate the incidents and ensure that perpetrators are held accountable. He also urged media houses to remain resolute and committed to their duty of informing the public despite the challenges.
The association reaffirmed its commitment to protecting the rights of journalists and promoting ethical journalism across the country.