President John Dramani Mahama stopped officials from shutting down 64 radio stations across Ghana. The Communications Ministry gave broadcasters 30 days to fix their license problems. Minister for Digital Technology announced the decision on Facebook after Mahama asked for mercy. Happy FM, Wontumi FM and Asaase Radio avoided permanent closure because of the intervention.
Radio stations broke multiple rules and failed to pay required fees to regulators. Many outlets let their broadcasting permits expire without renewing them on time. The National Communications Authority wanted to enforce strict penalties against rule-breaking media companies. Government officials had legal authority to close the stations but chose compassion over punishment.
Asaase Radio founder Gabby Asare Otchere-Darko admitted his station renewed its license two months late. The broadcaster should have completed paperwork in October but waited until December 2024. Station owners must pay outstanding fees and pass technical inspections during the grace period. Companies that miss the deadline will lose their broadcasting rights forever.
Radio stations broke multiple rules and failed to pay required fees to regulators. Many outlets let their broadcasting permits expire without renewing them on time. The National Communications Authority wanted to enforce strict penalties against rule-breaking media companies. Government officials had legal authority to close the stations but chose compassion over punishment.
Asaase Radio founder Gabby Asare Otchere-Darko admitted his station renewed its license two months late. The broadcaster should have completed paperwork in October but waited until December 2024. Station owners must pay outstanding fees and pass technical inspections during the grace period. Companies that miss the deadline will lose their broadcasting rights forever.
