The Judicial Service Staff Association of Ghana (JUSAG) has condemned an attack on Murtala Inusah, a Legal Affairs Correspondent for EIB Network.
The journalist was assaulted on Wednesday by supporters of Bishop Salifu Amoako at the Accra Circuit Court.
This was during a court hearing on the fatal car accident that occurred at East Legon, involving the man of God’s 16-year-old son.
Murtala Inusah was attacked for capturing footage outside the courtroom.
His phone was damaged during the altercation, and he sustained multiple cuts on his wrist.
JUSAG, in a statement signed by its National President, Samuel Afotey Otu, expressed grave concern over the attack, describing it as an assault on the judiciary and press freedom in Ghana.
JUSAG bemoaned that such incidents compromise the safety of court staff, journalists, and other individuals seeking justice within court premises.
Highlighted the growing trend of attacks in court environments, the association has called for immediate action to safeguard the security of all involved.
Meanwhile, the Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) has also condemned the assault and demanded swift action from the Police.
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Read the full statement below: