The Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) has condemned the barbaric attacks on JoyNews reporter, Latif Iddrisu, demanding urgent justice after years of stalled investigations and impunity.
In an address to the media today, June 10, GJA President, Albert Kwabena Dwumfour, highlighted the ongoing threats journalists face in Ghana, citing that violent assaults on Mr Iddrisu as an example of the dangers confronting the press.
[embedded content]Mr Dwumfour noted that justice has been delayed for far too long.
The assault took place on May 27, during a protest outside the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) in Accra. NPP supporters had gathered to demonstrate against the arrest of the party’s Ashanti Regional chairman.
While reporting live, Mr Iddrisu was first harassed by security personnel who seized his phone and forced him to delete footage. He was then physically attacked by protestors angered by his coverage.
Sharing Mr Iddrisu’s account, Mr Dwumfour said the journalist described the ordeal in detail.
“They hit me with stones. They hit me in the already fragile face with their hands. They hit me in the rib and spat on me. One of them hit me with a rubber band. They also threatened me, saying they know where I live and that they will deal with me.
“This is so barbaric, to say the least”he said.
“Impunity for crimes against journalists cannot be allowed to stand. This is not about more than one individual — it’s about protecting journalism and democracy in Ghana,” he stated.
The GJA has reaffirmed its commitment to pursuing justice for Latif Iddrisu and ensuring a safer working environment for all journalists in the country.
Meanwhile, a similar assault occurred in March 2018 outside the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) Headquarters in Accra where Mr Iddrisu was covering the arrest of opposition figure Koku Anyidoho, was brutally attacked by police officers.
He sustained a fractured skull and long-term medical complications. Despite public outrage and official assurances, the case remains unresolved.
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