The Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) has condemned in strong terms the brutal attack on three journalists by illegal small-scale miners in the Western Region.
The journalists, Theophilus Akwasi Agyei Annim of Citi FM/Channel One TV, Henry Emil Fynn of Angel TV, and Jacob Adu-Baah of ABC News/Rok FM, were severely injured while covering illegal mining activities in the Breman Adomanya Forest on February 21, 2025.
The GJA has called for swift justice and urged the authorities to transfer the case from Asankragwa to Sekondi for the safety of the victims.
“We condemn this heinous attack on our colleagues and demand that the perpetrators be brought to book,” said a statement from the GJA.
The association also reiterated its stance against illegal mining, calling for strict enforcement of mining laws.
In a related development, the GJA has expressed concern over a court order shutting down Esewani Community Radio in the Eastern Region due to alleged noise pollution. The association has described the decision as a violation of media freedom and urged the Chief Justice to intervene.
Meanwhile, the GJA has announced plans to honor individuals and institutions that have supported media development as Ghana prepares to commemorate World Press Freedom Day on May 2, 2025.
The association is also gearing up for the 4th Africa Media Convention in Morocco.
In a separate statement, the GJA called for urgent national attention to the absence of streetlights on major roads, highlighting the dangers posed to road users and the rise in criminal activities.