The convener of the Movement for Change, Alan John Kwadwo Kyerematen, has strongly condemned the invasion of United Television (UTV) by some thugs affiliated with the New Patriotic Party (NPP).
Mr. Kyerematen described the attack as a blatant violation of freedom of the media and free speech which are two fundamental principles enshrined in the constitution.
The likely 2024 presidential candidate indicated that the incident was a wanton display of “arrogance of power and indiscipline, issues that have hindered our progress as a nation for far too long.”
“Our Constitution, particularly Article 162, strongly safeguards the independence of the media, and vehemently opposes any interference or harassment based on editorial opinions, views, or content,” he wrote in a statement on Facebook.
He also commended the Ghana Police Service for its swift response to the incident.
“It is of utmost importance that we protect and uphold the media’s independence and hold those responsible for this attack accountable,” he said.
Alan Kyerematen further called for the “immediate” and “just” prosecution of the perpetrators to resoundingly convey that such actions have no place in Ghana’s democratic society.
“I call for the immediate and just prosecution of all individuals involved, as we must resoundingly convey that such actions have no place in our democratic society. Let us always remember that a free and independent media is the cornerstone of a thriving democracy. It is our collective responsibility to uphold and protect these principles, which are essential to our progress as a people,” Mr. Kyerematen noted.
“Ghana will rise again.” He concluded his statement.
