High Court conviction of Herald Newspaper editor Larry Dogbey unfortunate — GJA

The Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) has expressed concern over the conviction and sentencing of Mr. Larry Alans Dogbey, Managing Editor of The Herald Newspaper and the website theheraldghana.com, by an Accra High Court presided over by Justice Isaac Addo.

Mr. Dogbey was sentenced to seven days imprisonment for contempt of court in connection with a publication relating to a legal dispute involving businessman Kevin Okyere and Petraco SA.

In a statement signed by the General Secretary, Dominic Hlordzi on Thursday, June 25, 2026, the Association described the development as unfortunate and indicated that it is closely monitoring the circumstances surrounding the case.

The GJA said it is currently seeking guidance from its legal team to determine the appropriate steps to take, in line with its mandate to safeguard press freedom and protect the rights and welfare of journalists in the country.

While deliberations continue, the Association has urged media practitioners and the general public to remain calm and exercise restraint in discussing the matter. It also called on stakeholders to be circumspect in their commentary and to allow due process to take its course.

The GJA assured its members and the public that it will, in due course, communicate its considered position on the matter as well as any actions that may follow.

In the meantime, the Association expressed solidarity with Mr. Dogbey during what it described as a difficult period, reiterating its commitment to defending media freedom, promoting responsible journalism, and protecting the rights of journalists in Ghana.