Ignite Media Group denounces Armed Invasion of Metro TV

Nov 28, 2024 - 00:53

Ignite Media Group (IMG), the parent company of Metro TV, Original TV, and Original 91.1 FM, has vehemently denounced an armed invasion of their premises by an auctioneer, a court bailiff, and armed police officer.

The incident occurred on Wednesday, November 27, 2024, at around 9:30 am during a live broadcast of the Good Morning Ghana program at IMG's North Ridge offices in Accra.

According to a statement IMG,released on nov 27, the auctioneer, George Addo, who is also the Director of Geld Mart, stormed the studio with the bailiff and armed officers, declaring his intention to disrupt the program. The group forcibly broke into the studio, causing the live broadcast to be abruptly terminated.

IMG also stated that the incident was not the first attempt by George Addo to execute a contentious court judgment. Last year, he allegedly led a team of masked police officers in an attempt to seize Dr. Randy Abbey's vehicle as he arrived to host Good Morning Ghana.

The latest attack caused widespread fear and panic among Metro TV staff and security personnel. IMG reported that excessive force was used during the incident, leaving a private security officer with a head injury.

According to IMG,the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Dr. George Akuffo Dampare, personally intervened in the situation, dispatching a team of officers to restore calm and directing the auctioneer, bailiff, and armed policemen to vacate IMG's premises.. Dr. Dampare assured IMG of a thorough investigation into the matter and promised enhanced security measures at their offices.

Find the statement from Ignite Media Group below.