Samuel Addo, a journalist with Class FM who is stationed in the Central Region, has allegedly been assaulted by officers of the Ghana National Fire Service.
The Class FM reporter was assaulted while on duty at the Kasoa New Market.
Reports suggest the Class FM reporter was allegedly assaulted while covering a fire outbreak at the Kasoa New Market in the Central Region.
According to reports, the reporter was filming a confrontation between fire service personnel and traders at the market and was allegedly attacked by some officers, despite identifying himself as a journalist.
He was physically confronted by some fire service officers who allegedly attempted to prevent him from filming the scene on Monday, January 5, 2026.
Also, a viral video circulating on social media shows the journalist being manhandled amid a chaotic scene, with some Fire Service officers shouting at him.
Additionally, the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) has cautioned the public against the deliberate spread of misinformation following the incident.
The GNFS, in a statement, highlighted to the public that the spread of false or misleading information is punishable under Ghanaian law.
“We acknowledge the concerns raised by members of the public regarding the video in circulation. However, the matter is under Police investigation, and we urge everyone to remain calm and wait for the official findings,” the statement said.
Meanwhile, Class Media Group has called for a swift and impartial probe into the alleged assault on staff.
The media group expressed deep concern over the alleged assault on one of its journalists by personnel of the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS).
On January 5, in a statement issued, the Class Media Group highlighted that such incidents threaten press freedom and the safety of journalists.
They also added that such an incident undermines Ghana’s credibility as a defender of media rights.
“We urge the relevant authorities to conduct a swift and impartial investigation to establish the facts and ensure accountability. Our journalist was performing his lawful duties, and we expect full cooperation from all parties to safeguard media practitioners,” the statement said.
Meanwhile, the Ghana National Fire Service has assured the public of its full collaboration with ongoing investigations into the incident.