Years after the tragic murder of investigative journalist Ahmed Suale, questions about justice remain unanswered. Former Deputy Attorney General, Alfred Tuah Yeboah, has shed light on the legal hurdles that prevented the case from moving forward during his tenure.
Speaking in an interview on Channel One TV, Tuah Yeboah explained that despite thorough police investigations, the evidence available at the time was not strong enough to pursue prosecution.
“During our time, the police conducted investigations and submitted the docket to the AG’s office for review. After examining the docket, we realized there wasn’t enough evidence to warrant the prosecution of anyone, and we advised the police to continue with their investigation,” he stated.
His revelation has reignited public debate about the challenges of solving high-profile crimes in Ghana, particularly those involving journalists and human rights advocates. Many have criticized the slow progress in securing justice for Ahmed Suale, who was assassinated in 2019 after his investigative work exposed deep-seated corruption.
However, recent developments in the case have brought renewed hope and skepticism. A suspect, Daniel Owusu Koranteng, has been arraigned and remanded into prison custody, marking a significant step forward. While Tuah Yeboah acknowledged this progress, he remained cautious about the strength of the case.
“I am happy that today they have been able to get someone who has been arraigned before a court and remanded to prison custody,” he noted. “But the question is, do they have enough evidence?”
His statement reflects the broader concern that without solid evidence, a prosecution could collapse, leaving Ahmed Suale’s killers unpunished. Many Ghanaians continue to call for a more transparent and effective justice system, especially when it comes to cases involving press freedom and attacks on journalists.
As the case unfolds, all eyes will be on the Attorney General’s office and the Ghana Police Service, as the public demands nothing less than full accountability for Ahmed Suale’s murder.
