Bawumia warns against weaponising intelligence agencies to silence critics
NPP flagbearer condemns arrest of nurse over false news allegations, calls for release and warns of democratic backsliding.
Bawumia Pledges End to Prosecuting Citizens for Anti-Government Speech if Elected
NPP flagbearer Mahamudu Bawumia demands release of Techiman nurse jailed over false news allegations, vows intelligence agencies will not pursue citizens for insulting president under his rule.
Bawumia calls for release of nurse detained over alleged false news links, warns against free speech suppression
NPP flagbearer Dr Bawumia decries the arrest of a Techiman nurse and warns the NDC government against using intelligence agencies to suppress dissent.
GJA demands urgent probe into military assault on Adom journalist in Nkwanta South
Ghana Journalists Association calls for swift investigation after correspondent allegedly attacked by military personnel during curfew enforcement.
Senegal jails three TikTok influencers over presidential insult—what it means for West African free speech
Three content creators face prison and fines after criticising Senegal's president, raising concerns about press freedom across the region.
Senegal's arrest of TikTok influencers raises alarm bells across West Africa over free speech
Three social media creators jailed in Senegal for criticising the president. The case has implications for digital freedom across the region.
Ghana Journalists Association reshapes leadership committees to boost industry impact
GJA appoints experienced media professionals to restructured statutory committees aimed at strengthening operations.
Police Overreach, Not Policy, Driving Offensive Conduct Arrests – NDC Legal Counsel
NDC lawyer blames overzealous officers for surge in offensive conduct arrests, argues law should deter but not weaponise free expression.
Free Speech Under Fire: Media Group Urges Mahama to Pardon Jailed TikToker Camilla Alhassan
Media Foundation for West Africa calls for presidential pardon of content creator sentenced for alleged false statements about president.