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57 Radio Stations Face Suspension Over Regulatory Violations – Sam George

Samuel Nartey George, Ghana’s Minister of Communications, Digital Technology, and Innovations, has said that 57 radio stations may have their frequencies revoked for violating broadcasting laws. The minister underlined during a press briefing on Monday, March 24, that the suspensions are a step to make sure media companies address their regulatory violations before continuing their activities, not a permanent revocation. Three of the six radio stations that were recently suspended have turned in the required paperwork to have their frequencies restored in the coming days.

“The remaining six stations are part of a broader group of 63 whose frequencies are being suspended—not revoked. We cannot allow media houses to disregard broadcasting regulations under the guise of press freedom. There are conditions attached to their licenses, and those must be upheld,” Samuel Nartey George stated.

He added that the impacted stations would be given a chance to rectify the discrepancies in their compliance records. Licenses will be restored to those who meet the regulatory standards. The minister’s resolute position demonstrates the government’s dedication to upholding media laws while giving noncompliant stations time to address their problems.

The media business is debating this move, with some groups advocating for a balance between press freedom and regulatory enforcement. In order to avoid any possible abuse of power against independent radio stations, media experts have urged the government to make sure that regulatory measures are administered equitably and transparently.

To prevent similar penalties in the future, radio stations throughout Ghana are being advised to assess their compliance status as the government presses for greater adherence to broadcasting legislation. This development highlights the continuous efforts to keep the nation’s media environment professional and orderly while making sure that broadcasting organizations follow the law.

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