The report indicates that the government led by John Mahama has allegedly closed down two radio stations supportive of the New Patriotic Party (NPP).
Reports indicate that the National Communications Authority (NCA) has closed down Wontumi FM, Asaase Radio, and several other stations.
The collected data indicates that there are over 60 FM broadcast stations nationwide.
The 62 radio stations were closed for not adhering to broadcasting regulations.
Wontumi FM’s Takoradi branches are said to be among the radio stations impacted by the NCA’s enforcement action revealed on Wednesday, June 12, 2025.
A statement by the NCA specified that out of 62 media houses that were shut down, “28 were found to be operating with expired authorisations, while 14 received authorisation but failed to set up operations within two years, breaking the regulatory timelines.
Thirteen were also operating under provisional authorisation, despite having paid the required fees.
The remaining seven stations paid provisional fees, but final authorisation is pending due to non-fulfilment of requirements under Regulation 54 of the Electronic Communications Regulations”.
Gabby Otchere-Asare Otchere-Darko, a leading member of the New Patriotic Party the Chairman of Asaase Broadcasting Company, has confirmed the closure of Asaase Radio.
In a post on X Gabby stated, “Yes, it’s true. Asaase Radio 99.5, which celebrates its 5th anniversary Saturday, has been shut down.
The General Manager informs me it’s because the station delayed in renewing its licence last year. It was to be renewed by October but only done in December 2024”.
See the post below:
Yes, it’s true. Asaase Radio 99.5, which celebrates its 5th anniversary Saturday, has been shut down. The General Manager informs me it’s because the station delayed in renewing its licence last year. It was to be renewed by October but only done in December 2024.
— Gabby Otchere-Darko (@GabbyDarko) June 12, 2025
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