Ahmed Suale case: Why is Kennedy Agyapong free? — Tiger Eye Spokesperson
Tiger Eye PI, the investigative team led by Anas Aremeyaw Anas, has voiced its dissatisfaction with the delayed arrest of a suspect in the 2019 murder of journalist Ahmed Suale and the failure to charge former MP Kennedy Agyapong for his role in exposing Suale’s identity.
The arrest of Daniel Koranteng, 35, a prime suspect in the case, has reignited discussions about the killing. Suale was shot dead by unknown gunmen on a motorcycle in Madina on January 16, 2019.
Koranteng was arrested on March 15, 2025, upon his return to Ghana from the United Kingdom after several years abroad. He has been provisionally charged with murder and remanded into custody pending a hearing in April.
Prosecutors have suggested that both Koranteng and Suale were employees of Tiger Eye PI.
A spokesperson for the investigative team expressed frustration over the delayed justice, despite their confidence in the Ghana Police Service.
“This is a very interesting development because we think this should have happened long ago. We believe in the competence of the Ghana Police, so why this issue was delayed until now—only God knows,” the spokesperson stated.
Tiger Eye PI also questioned why former Assin Central MP Kennedy Agyapong has not been charged for his actions before Suale’s murder. Agyapong publicly displayed Suale’s photographs on live television, revealed his residential location in Madina, and threatened to release his car details—actions many believe made Suale an easier target for his killers.
The spokesperson argued that in any serious legal system, Agyapong should have faced charges related to the threats made against Suale.
“At the very least, Kennedy Agyapong should have been charged with aiding and abetting, conspiracy, or any crime linked to threats of harm. Even if murder charges were not an option, these are possible legal actions that could have been pursued against him,” the spokesperson lamented.
Tiger Eye PI confirmed that Koranteng was dismissed from the team in 2017 for misconduct but remained close to Suale. Reports suggest that after his dismissal, Koranteng allegedly sold photographs of Suale to Agyapong. However, it remains unclear if prosecutors have confirmed this transaction.
During his arrest, Koranteng reportedly admitted to knowing the deceased and visiting Agyapong on several occasions. He also acknowledged transferring Suale’s photographs to the former MP.
Tiger Eye PI has vowed to closely monitor the case, stating that they are keeping an open mind as new details emerge.
“These things should have been investigated much earlier. We believe more revelations will come out in the coming days, and we are watching closely,” the spokesperson concluded.
The Ghana Police Service has yet to respond to the concerns raised by Tiger Eye PI. Meanwhile, pressure is mounting for a comprehensive investigation into the circumstances surrounding Suale’s murder, including the role of those who publicly exposed him.
As the case unfolds, the call for justice for Ahmed Suale grows louder, highlighting the need for accountability and transparency in addressing crimes against journalists.