President Mahama urges state agencies to intensify efforts in solving high-profile murder cases
President John Dramani Mahama has urged state investigative agencies to intensify their efforts in resolving high-profile murder cases, such as the killings of investigative journalist Ahmed Suale and former Member of Parliament J.B. Danquah-Adu.
Speaking to the Ghana Bar Association at the presidency on Wednesday, March 26, 2025, President Mahama emphasized the importance of ensuring justice and accountability.
“The government is committed to protecting human rights and ensuring that serious crimes do not go unpunished. I have urged the police and investigative organisations to pursue cases like that of Ahmed Suale more actively,”
” That is how come a first suspect has been arrested. We’re hoping that his interrogation will lead to further arrests of people.”
Ahmed Suale, an investigative journalist with Tiger Eye PI, was tragically murdered in Accra in 2019 after uncovering corruption within Ghanaian football. His assassination continues to serve as a grim reminder of the risks faced by journalists in the country, with human rights organizations repeatedly demanding justice.
President Mahama also highlighted the need for swift legal action in the case of J.B. Danquah-Adu, the Member of Parliament for Abuakwa North, who was fatally stabbed at his home in 2016. Although arrests have been made, concerns remain regarding the pace of the legal proceedings and whether all those responsible for the crime have been held accountable.
In addition to these unresolved murders, President Mahama expressed concerns about the growing public mistrust in the judiciary, referencing surveys that show a decline in confidence in the legal system. He called for reforms to improve efficiency and accountability, including the establishment of a fast-track court specifically for corruption cases.
“Every year, billions of cedis are reported as misappropriated, yet the process to address these issues remains slow and cumbersome. We need a fast-track court that can swiftly deal with these matters to deter the misuse of government funds,” he emphasized.
President Mahama reassured the legal community of his administration’s commitment to working collaboratively with the judiciary, seeking to address any tensions between the government and the courts.
