The National Communications Authority (NCA) has shut down a number of media outlets for operating without proper frequency authorizations, a move that the Liberal Party of Ghana (LPG) has expressed concern about.
The party criticized the sudden enforcement, pointing to the possible loss of jobs amid challenging economic times, but acknowledged the necessity of regulatory compliance in a press statement released on Wednesday, February 19, 2025.
The LPG asserts that the media is a fundamental foundation of democracy, facilitating public discourse and generating employment.
The party voiced worry that a large number of diligent media professionals and journalists are currently unemployed, exacerbating the financial difficulties already experienced by Ghanaians.
They urged the government to take more positive steps, such grace periods, guidance, and technical support, rather than abrupt shutdowns, pointing out that the abrupt closures cause uncertainty and fear.
Before canceling any station’s license, the LPG asked the NCA and the Ministry of Communications to reconsider their strategy and give priority to due process and communication.
The party also urged media associations, civil society organizations, and other interested parties to unite in defending free expression, employment stability, and the integrity of Ghana’s media environment.
The LPG reaffirmed its solidarity with impacted media organizations and promised to support programs that protect jobs, encourage ethical broadcasting, and defend democratic principles.
Read the statement in full below:
