Minister for Communication, Digital Technology, and Innovation, Samuel Nartey George, has strongly denied claims of political witch-hunting in the recent revocation of over 60 FM broadcast licenses, including stations like Wontumi Radio and Asaase Radio, which are perceived to be aligned with the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP).
Speaking in Parliament on Thursday, June 12, the Minister emphasized that the crackdown was driven purely by regulatory enforcement. “Our goal is not punishment but accountability, order and stewardship of critical resources.
This is not routine housekeeping; this is a declaration against impunity and abuse. The airwaves do not belong to the powerful and connected; they belong to the public,” he asserted.
Reaffirming the government’s commitment to media freedom, the Minister clarified that the initiative targets only lawless and non-compliant operators.
“Our fight is not against free speech, it is against lawlessness, asset misappropriation and regulatory defiance. I remain committed to reclaiming what rightfully belongs to the Ghanaian people.”
To ensure fairness, he disclosed that President John Dramani Mahama had directed the Ministry and the National Communications Authority (NCA) to grant a 30-day clemency period to the affected stations to rectify their breaches.
“Those who fail to do so shall have their authorisation formally revoked under the law,” he warned.
