{
  "id": 18495913,
  "title": "Oppong Nkrumah Urges Govt To Strengthen Journalists’ Protection",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/06/oppong-nkrumah-urges-govt-to-strengthen-journalists-protection",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-06T11:49:21.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Daily Guide Network",
    "slug": "daily-guide-network",
    "url": "https://dailyguidenetwork.com/oppong-nkrumah-urges-govt-to-strengthen-journalists-protection/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Former Information Minister and Member of Parliament Kojo Oppong Nkrumah has called for enhanced measures to safeguard journalists, urging the government to bolster existing mechanisms to deter attacks and intimidation. Protecting press freedom necessitates practical steps to guarantee journalists can carry out their duties without fear of violence, harassment, or intimidation, according to Mr. Oppong Nkrumah. Speaking on the International Day to End Impunity for Crimes Against Journalists, the MP emphasized that attacks on journalists are a primary tactic employed to undermine press freedom and restrict freedom of expression. He stressed that the issue extends beyond physical assaults to encompass broader attempts to curtail journalists and citizens from expressing themselves freely and engaging in public discourse. Concerned by recent developments, Mr. Oppong Nkrumah highlighted instances of trumped-up charges, arrests, and detentions based on alleged statements, particularly when national security was invoked. He cautioned against complacency, warning that such actions could erode public trust in democratic institutions. The Coordinated Mechanism on the Safety of Journalists, established during his tenure as Information Minister, serves as a key intervention to address journalist attacks. This mechanism provides a structured approach for documenting and following up on threats and attacks, ensuring the Ghana Police Service responds appropriately and provides periodic updates on investigations. Mr. Oppong Nkrumah lamented that the mechanism was not receiving adequate attention and urged the current administration to maintain its relevance. He stressed that strengthening this arrangement would create a more effective system for protecting journalists, noting that the evolving digital landscape requires updated protection measures. Journalists' safety, he reiterated, should be a collective national responsibility involving government, law enforcement, media organizations, civil society, and the public.",
  "summary": "Kojo Oppong Nkrumah Former Information Minister and MP for Ofoase-Ayirebi, Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, has called for renewed efforts to strengthen protection for journalists, urging government to sustain and improve Read More... The post Oppong Nkrumah Urges Govt To Strengthen Journalists’ Protection appeared first on DailyGuide Network .",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}