The report gathered suggests the John Mahama-led government has reportedly shut down two pro-New Patriotic Party (NPP) radio stations.
According to the reports, Wontumi FM and Asaase Radio together with some other stations have been shut down by the National Communications Authority (NCA).
The information gathered suggests, more than 60 FM broadcasting stations across the country.
The 64 radio stations have been shut down for failing to comply with broadcasting regulations.
Wontumi FM’s Takoradi outlets are reportedly among the affected radio stations listed in the NCA’s enforcement action announced 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
