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Ghana Police Service exposes who entered Metro TV station.

Wed, 27 Nov 2024 Source: Okine Isaac

According to reports, the Ghana Police Service has launched an inquiry into a recent event in which armed men, accompanied by civilians, forcibly stormed Metro Television's studios in Accra. The disturbance occurred during a live broadcast of Good Morning Ghana on November 27, 2024, raising questions about security and the nature of the invasion.

According to preliminary reports, the police were acting on a court order in coordination with Vodacom Business (Ghana) Limited, Metro TV's judgment creditor. As part of the order's implementation, the police accompanied a court bailiff to the station to enforce the court's judgment.

The public has been encouraged to remain calm while authorities do their investigation. The police informed citizens that they are committed to resolving the situation and will take appropriate measures depending on the results of the ongoing investigation.

The incident occurred during the live broadcast of Good Morning Ghana, a popular morning chat show presented by Randy Abbey. Abbey, visibly concerned by the disruption, revealed on air that the guys had attempted to force their way into the studio, though the cause for the invasion was not immediately clear. "We have no idea what it is for, but they were attempting to forcibly enter the studio," Abbey said, expressing alarm about the interruption.

At the time of the incident, the show was hosting two notable guests: Kwasi Pratt, Editor of Insight Newspaper, and Dr. Richard Asante Yeboah, Executive Secretary of the Public Servants Housing Loan Scheme. Both guests and the host were present when the armed men and civilians came, aggravating the situation. Fortunately, no one was injured, and the issue was resolved after a brief standoff.

As the inquiry continues, authorities have promised to look into the circumstances surrounding the invasion, including the role of the court order and the acts of individuals involved. The incident has sparked concerns regarding the use of force to carry out court orders, as well as the ramifications for Ghana's media outlets.

Metro TV has yet to publish an official statement regarding the invasion, but the disruption has sparked concerns about press freedom and journalists' safety in the country. The police's ongoing investigation will look into whether the armed men followed legal procedures and whether any laws were breached during the encounter.

This incident is the latest in a string of occurrences that have highlighted conflicts between media companies and strong groups seeking to enforce legal or financial claims. As investigations continue, the Ghanaian public and media community await answers on the reasons for the invasion and the proper legal action that may be taken.

Meanwhile, the Ghana Police Service has urged the public to help with law enforcement during the inquiry and to disclose any pertinent information that could aid in the investigation. They reassured the people that the police are dedicated to maintaining justice and the rule of law in the country.

This episode has triggered extensive social media discussion, with many questioning media station security and the potential impact on Ghana's free speech and media independence.

Source: Okine Isaac