The Multimedia Group Limited (MGL) has condemned an attack on some journalists with its Kumasi-based Luv FM during a report on the illegal mining at Asumenya near Manso Nkran.
A release signed by the Chief Human Resource Officer, Nana Elgeba stated that no Ghanaian should be subjected to such brutality for performing their duties.
Emphasising the critical role of the media as the fourth estate of the realm, the media organisation called for greater protection for journalists and media practitioners in Ghana.
The three staff members, including Erastus Asare Donkor, were attacked by armed men claiming to work for Edelmetallum Resources Limited in the Ashanti Region.
Over ten heavily armed men forcibly abducted the team, took them to an undisclosed location, subjected them to brutal beatings, and later abandoned them.
The journalists were filming the destruction caused by illegal mining when the attack occurred.
The Police have since arrested three individuals in connection with the incident.
Meanwhile, the management of MGL who has commended the Police for the swift action in arresting the culprits has called on the Service to ensure they are also swiftly brought to justice.
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Read the full statement below:
