West Africa: Prolonged Ban On Journalist From Parliament Concerning, MFWA Calls for Reinstatement

The Media Foundation for West Africa (MFWA) is concerned about the continued ban on journalist Melvin Mansaray, which has now lasted for over a year. Mansaray was indefinitely barred from accessing Parliament on January 10, 2025, by Speaker Rt. Hon. Segepoh Solomon Thomas over allegations of “insulting conduct,” including claims that he described Members of Parliament as “useless” and accused the Speaker of rigging a parliamentary election.

More than a year later, the ban remains in force, with…