The Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) has commended the Ghana Police Service for the arrest and prosecution of a suspect linked to the murder of investigative journalist Ahmed Suale.
The suspect, Daniel Owusu Koranteng, also known as Amakye, was arraigned before the Madina District Court on Wednesday, March 19, 2025. The court remanded him in police custody, with the case adjourned to April 1, 2025.
In a statement, the GJA expressed its appreciation for the efforts of the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Christian Tetteh Yohuno, and the Director-General of the Criminal Investigations Department (CID), DCOP Lydia Yaako Donkor, describing the arrest as a “significant step forward” in the pursuit of justice for Ahmed Suale.
“This development marks the first breakthrough in over six years since Ahmed Suale was brutally murdered on January 16, 2019. We commend the Police for their dedication and urge them to continue their efforts to bring all perpetrators to justice,” the GJA stated.
The arrest follows years of relentless advocacy by the GJA and other media freedom advocates, both locally and internationally, to ensure accountability for Suale’s killing.
The GJA emphasized that while this is a positive step, it is only the beginning of a long journey toward justice.
“We are encouraged by this progress, but we will not rest until all those involved in this heinous crime are held accountable. The arrest of Daniel Owusu Koranteng must catalyze further investigations and prosecutions,” the GJA added.
The murder of Ahmed Suale, a key member of the Tiger Eye PI investigative team, has been a dark stain on Ghana’s press freedom record, significantly impacting the country’s World Press Freedom Index over the past six years.
The GJA reiterated its commitment to ensuring that justice is served, not only for Suale but also for other journalists who have faced violence and intimidation.
The association revealed that it had previously issued an ultimatum to take the Ahmed Suale case to the ECOWAS Community Court of Justice if no concrete action was taken by the end of March 2025. With the recent arrest, the GJA plans to engage with police leadership for further details on the case and to push for updates on other unresolved assaults against journalists, including the case of Latif Iddrisu.
“We will continue to monitor the developments closely and provide updates to the public. Our resolve to seek justice for Ahmed Suale and other journalists remains unwavering,” the GJA stated.
The GJA has also informed its international partners, including the Federation of African Journalists (FAJ) and the International Federation of Journalists (IFJ), about the arrest. Both organizations have pledged to support efforts to seek justice for Suale through international platforms.
“This is a moment of hope for media freedom advocates in Ghana and beyond. We call on all stakeholders to remain vigilant and ensure that this case sets a precedent for the protection of journalists and the pursuit of justice in cases of violence against the press,” the GJA stressed.
The arrest of Daniel Owusu Koranteng has reignited calls for accountability and justice, offering a glimmer of hope in a case that has long symbolized the dangers faced by journalists in their pursuit of truth.
