The National Communications Authority (NCA) has ordered the immediate suspension of operations by more than 60 FM broadcasting stations across the country, including prominent outlets such as Asaase Radio and Wontumi FM. Apexnewsgh reports
The enforcement action targets stations found to be operating with expired authorizations, unpaid license fees, or failure to meet set-up conditions stipulated under the Electronic Communications Act and its accompanying regulations.
A recent audit by the NCA, backed by a ministerial directive, revealed widespread non-compliance among the affected stations. The reasons for suspension include:
28 stations operating with expired authorizations
14 stations that received authorization but failed to set up operations within two years
13 stations operating under provisional authorization despite paying required fees
7 stations with pending final authorization due to non-fulfillment of requirements
Checks by this platform indicate that Asaase Radio is currently off air. The suspension has sent shockwaves through the broadcasting industry, with many stations scrambling to comply with regulatory requirements.
The NCA has reiterated that all broadcasters must comply fully with licensing obligations to remain operational. The authority assured the public that it will continue its monitoring and enforcement efforts to ensure adherence to broadcasting standards.
Source: Apexnewsgh.com/Ngamegbulam Chidozie Stephen
