A major breakthrough has reportedly been made in the long-running investigation into the murder of investigative journalist Ahmed Suale.

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It is reported that the Ghana Police Service has arrested a key suspect linked to the case.

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The suspect, identified as a former close associate of the late journalist,according to JoyNews, is believed to have played a role in exposing his identity before his assassination. Reports suggest that he allegedly shared Suale’s photographs with a prominent Ghanaian politician prior to the killing.

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Ahmed Suale was shot dead near his residence in Madina on January 16, 2019, by unidentified gunmen. His murder came shortly after he collaborated with the BBC on an investigative piece. Before his death, he worked with Tiger Eye Private Investigations, where he had a professional relationship with the suspect until the latter’s dismissal from the organization.

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Authorities have revealed that the suspect, Daniel Owusu Koranteng, also known as Akwasi Amakye, fled the country after the police gathered intelligence on his possible involvement. His movements were tracked following an investigation by the FBI in the United States, which uncovered crucial phone records showing communication between him and the deceased just days before the murder.

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As part of the probe, Suale’s mobile devices were sent to the U.S. for forensic analysis, leading to the discovery of vital information that strengthened the case against the suspect.

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A source within the police Criminal Investigations Department (CID) disclosed that Amakye, who was a frequent visitor to Suale’s Madina residence, left Ghana hurriedly when law enforcement officials began closing in on him.

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“He used to visit the deceased regularly. But when the police picked up leads on his role in the case, he relocated to the U.S.,” the source revealed.

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The suspect was apprehended last week upon his return to Ghana. He was arrested at a hair-plaiting salon in Amasaman-Adease, where he had been hiding.

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However, concerns have emerged within the police service regarding potential interference in the case. A senior police officer is reportedly pushing for the suspect to be released on police enquiry bail rather than being put before the court, a development that has stirred unease at the police headquarters.

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Ahmed Suale’s murder sent shockwaves through Ghana’s media and investigative journalism community. His work, particularly with Tiger Eye PI, was instrumental in exposing corruption in African football, including in Ghana, making his assassination a case of both national and international interest.

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