The Northern Region chapter of the Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) has condemned an alleged brutal assault on Zaa Multimedia reporter, Dokurugu Abubakar Ndeeya by individuals suspected to be NPP supporters on Thursday, May 16, 2024.
In a statement signed by the Northern Regional Chairman of the GJA, Yakubu Abdul-Majeed cited that, according to the station’s management, the reporter was violently assaulted while attempting to video record an altercation between some New Patriotic Party (NPP) supporters and a police officer.
However, during the process of capturing this incident, the reporter was brutally set upon by four individuals suspected to be NPP supporters.
“The GJA Northern Region vehemently condemns these attacks in the strongest possible terms. It is profoundly disheartening and dispiriting that in our modern, civilized society, some still resort to such archaic and primeval acts of violence as a means of seeking redress. We implore all, especially those in positions of leadership and influence, to unreservedly denounce and reject such deplorable conduct”, Abdul-Majeed condemned and petitioned.
Abdul-Majeed called on the Northern Regional Police Command to employ all legitimate means at their disposal to apprehend the culprits behind this assault on our colleague and ensure they face the full consequences of the law.
The association has reaffirmed its commitment to safeguarding journalists in the region and enabling them to discharge their duties without fear or intimidation.
