Govt determined to find Ahmed Suale’s killers - Haruna Iddrisu
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At a glance
- The Ghanaian government remains committed to prosecuting those responsible for the murder of investigative journalist Ahmed Suale.
- Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu assured the victim's family that the pursuit of justice would continue until accountability is achieved.
- The minister also offered support to the family, including consideration for Suale's sister to join the Ghana Education Service recruitment process.
The Ghanaian government is steadfast in its commitment to bringing the killers of investigative journalist Ahmed Suale to justice, assured Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu. Speaking to the late journalist's mother, Madam Yakubu Arahamatu, in Wulensi, Northern Region, Iddrisu stated that the government would relentlessly pursue the case.
"God's justice is worth the wait, and government's pursuit of justice in this matter is worth pursuing. We will continue to pursue it, we will unravel it, and we pray that God will support us to do so," Iddrisu declared. He acknowledged that while some may believe they can escape accountability, "though the wheels of justice may turn tortuously, they will ultimately reach their destination and serve the ends of justice."
God’s justice is worth the wait, and government’s pursuit of justice in this matter is worth pursuing. We will continue to pursue it, we will unravel it, and we pray that God will support us to do so.
Ahmed Suale was tragically shot dead by unknown assailants in Accra in January 2019. His murder sparked widespread condemnation from media organizations, civil society groups, and the international community, all calling for swift justice and accountability. The case has remained a significant concern, particularly for media practitioners and press freedom advocates who continue to demand progress in the investigation.
During his visit, which was part of a broader trip to the area, Minister Iddrisu also offered tangible support to Suale's family. He assured the journalist's sister that she would be considered for recruitment into the Ghana Education Service, aiming to provide a stable income and contribute to the family's welfare. Iddrisu reiterated the government's determination to identify and prosecute the perpetrators, emphasizing that despite potential delays, their resolve to ensure accountability remains unwavering.
There are some who think they can run away from justice, but though the wheels of justice may turn tortuously, they will ultimately reach their destination and serve the ends of justice.
Originally published by Ghanaian Times. Summarized and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.