A journalist from Metro TV, Ibrahim Abode, was reportedly prevented from covering a government project launch in Ghana’s Upper East Region on May 19, 2026. A ruling party official allegedly ordered his removal and issued threats, raising concerns about media freedom and access to information regarding public initiatives.
Context of the Incident
Abode, an alumnus of the Next Generation Investigative Journalism (NGIJ) programme, was part of a press contingent assigned to track the rollout of the government’s 24-hour economy market projects. These projects, funded by taxpayers, are being implemented across several constituencies including Bawku, Pusiga, Tempane, and Garu. The initial ceremony in Bawku proceeded without incident.
Confrontation and Allegations
Upon arrival at the project site in Pusiga, journalists began setting up. According to Abode’s account, a man identified as Alale Baba Atimbilla, the NDC communications officer for the Pusiga constituency, approached the press. Atimbilla allegedly demanded to know which reporter was Abode and, upon identification, stated that the Member of Parliament (MP) for Pusiga, Laadi Ayamba, did not want him present.
Abode reported that Atimbilla warned,
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