ATTACK ON UTV IS A WANTON DISPLAY OF ARROGANCE OF POWER AND INDISCIPLINE – Alan

“They are currently at the Police Station assisting investigations,” the Ghana Police Service added in a brief statement.

However commenting on the development in a tweet on Sunday, October 8, 2023, Mr. Kyerematen called for the immediate prosecution of all individuals involved in the act.

“I strongly condemn yesterday’s attack on members of @utvghana’s #UnitedShowbiz program, which is a blatant violation of Freedom of the Media and Free Speech- two fundamental principles enshrined in our Constitution.

“This 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,” Mr. Kyerematen stated.

He continued: “I commend the swift response of our law enforcement agencies in addressing this incident. It is of utmost importance that we protect and uphold the media’s independence and hold those responsible for this attack accountable.