Daniel Owusu Koranteng, also known as Kwasi Amakye, the Managing Director of ISPY Company, is scheduled to reappear in court today, April 2, in connection with the murder of investigative journalist Ahmed Hussein-Suale. Koranteng, who has been in custody since his arrest, initially faced a provisional charge of murder. However, according to recent developments revealed in court on Wednesday, April 2, the prosecution has amended the charges against him to include abetment to commit a crime, specifically murder.

The Madina Magistrates’ Court, presided over by Magistrate Suzzy Nyakote, had previously adjourned the case to allow for further investigations. The arrest of Koranteng followed an extensive investigation conducted by the FBI in collaboration with local law enforcement. Police sources indicate that phone records connect Koranteng to Suale in the days leading up to the journalist's assassination in January 2019. Additionally, prosecutors allege that Koranteng was present in Suale’s neighborhood on the night of the incident, where Suale was ambushed and fatally shot at close range by unknown assailants.

During his previous court appearance, Koranteng admitted to taking photographs of Suale but denied selling them to politician Kennedy Agyapong, who publicly aired the photos on television and allegedly encouraged attacks against Suale. Koranteng’s lawyer, Kofi Essel, has criticized the charges as “shambolic,” arguing that there is no substantial evidence to support the allegations. He has also requested bail for his client, asserting that there is insufficient proof to justify the charges.

Beyond the murder charges, Koranteng is also accused of betraying Hussein-Suale’s whereabouts. Reports suggest that prior to the killing, he allegedly provided photographs of Ahmed Suale to a politician believed to have links to the crime. Following the update in charges to include abetment to murder, the court has further remanded Koranteng into custody. The case has been adjourned to April 17 for further proceedings. The shocking killing of Ahmed Hussein-Suale, a key member of the investigative team at Tiger Eye PI, sparked national and international outrage, as he was instrumental in uncovering high-profile corruption cases. The case has reignited demands for justice and press freedom in Ghana, as authorities push forward with legal proceedings against the suspect.