Armed men disrupt live Good morning Ghana Show at Metro TV

On Wednesday, November 27, a group of armed individuals stormed the studios of Accra-based Metro TV during a live broadcast.

A staff member at the station, who spoke to Editors, confirmed the incident, stating that approximately ten armed officers were present on the premises at the time.

The staff member explained that when they inquired about the officers’ presence, the officers claimed they were pursuing someone.

A video shared with African Editors shows Metro TV’s Morning Host, Dr. Randy Abbey, engaging with the officers, who appeared to be in police uniforms, and questioning them about their actions. The exchange between them appeared tense and confrontational.

POLICE INVESTIGATE INCIDENT AT METRO TV PREMISES

The Ghana Police Service has commenced an investigation into an incident that occurred at the premises of Metro TV in Accra this morning, Wednesday, 27th November 2024.

Preliminary Police investigations indicate that upon a request from the court, Police Officers accompanied a court bailiff in the company of the judgment creditor, Vodacom Business (Ghana) Limited, to execute a court order against Metro TV.

We urge the public, particularly the management and staff of Metro TV, to remain calm and cooperate with the Police in the ongoing investigation.