The International Federation of Journalists (IFJ), in partnership with the Ghana Journalists Association (GJA), has welcomed progress in ensuring justice for the murder of investigative journalist Ahmed Suale.
Daniel Owuusu Koranteng, also known as Amakye, was arrested on March 19 in connection with the 2019 murder of Suale. He was remanded in custody by the Madina District Court, with his next court appearance scheduled for April 1.
The arrest marks a significant step forward in the long-running investigation into Suale’s killing, who was shot dead by unidentified individuals riding a motorbike in Madina, Accra, in January 2019.
In a press release issued on March 20, the GJA expressed hope that this breakthrough would bring justice for Suale and provide relief to media freedom advocates both in Ghana and internationally.
“We hope this breakthrough in the arrest and prosecution of suspect Daniel Owuusu Koranteng will only be the beginning of the long search for justice for Ahmed Suale and relief for media freedom advocates in Ghana and abroad,” the GJA statement read.
Suale, known for his investigative work exposing corruption within Ghanaian football, was murdered in a case that sent shockwaves through the global media community.
The GJA has been closely monitoring the developments and committed to further engagement with authorities to ensure continued progress.
The GJA also emphasized its ongoing efforts to address assaults on journalists in Ghana, including the case of journalist Latif Iddrisu, which has been raised with the ECOWAS Community Court of Justice.
Anthony Bellanger, the General Secretary of the IFJ, praised the arrest as a critical step in the fight against impunity for crimes against journalists.
“This is a crucial step in our relentless struggle to end impunity for crimes committed against journalists. We call on the authorities of Ghana to continue their investigation into the killing of our colleague, Ahmed Suale, until the perpetrators are prosecuted and brought to justice,” Bellanger stated.
As the investigation continues, both the IFJ and GJA remain committed to ensuring justice for Suale and ensuring swift legal action for crimes against journalists.