Gov’t renews commitment to unravel Ahmed Suale’s murder

The government has reaffirmed its resolve to uncover the identity of those responsible for the 2019 murder of investigative journalist Ahmed Suale, whose case remains unsolved. During the 30th Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) Media Awards in Accra, Minister of State for Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, pledged his administration's commitment to solving the case.

He recognized the risks journalists face while pursuing truth and accountability, specifically mentioning Suale's killing. Kwakye Ofosu highlighted that journalists in Ghana have lost their lives while seeking accountability and pledged the government's continued dedication to solving the case. He also drew attention to the threats journalists encounter when exposing information that may be uncomfortable to powerful individuals or groups, recalling instances where journalists from northern Ghana had to leave the country to avoid harm for publishing unfavorable reports.

Nearly eight years after his death, the case remains unresolved, leading to ongoing calls from GJA and other media stakeholders for justice. The renewed government commitment comes as concerns persist over journalist safety and the need for stronger protections to prevent threats and attacks. Kwakye Ofosu emphasized the government's resolve to pursue justice for Ahmed Suale while working to ensure a safer environment for journalists to carry out their roles.