Sam George orders NCA to shut down radio stations operating without valid frequency authorization
The Minister for Communication, Digital Technology, and Innovations, Sam George, has directed the National Communications Authority (NCA) to immediately shut down radio stations operating without valid frequency authorizations.
The enforcement action targets six entities that have violated Section 2(4) of the Electronic Communications Act, 2008 (Act 775) by failing to renew their authorizations, fulfill statutory payment obligations, or submit required documentation within the stipulated timeframe.
The affected stations are:
- Fire Group of Companies, Sunyani – 90.1MHz
- I-Zar Consult Limited, Tamale – 89.7MHz
- Abochannel Media Group, Adidome – 105.7MHz
- Okyeame Radio Limited, Bibiani – 99.7MHz
- Mumen Bono Foundation, Techiman – 99.7MHz
- Osikani Community FM, Nkrankwanta – 99.7MHz
According to the Ministry, the failure of these stations to renew their licenses means their operations have lapsed by law, rendering their continued broadcasting illegal.
“It is unlawful to operate a broadcasting service without a valid frequency authorization,” the statement emphasized, adding that the NCA will take immediate steps to halt all unauthorized transmissions and enforce compliance.
The Ministry has assured the public that it will continue reviewing the frequency authorization audit and will provide further directives.
The statement urged all broadcasters to strictly comply with licensing regulations to avoid enforcement actions.
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