Accra, February 18, 2025 – The Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology, and Innovations has ordered the immediate shutdown of Gumah FM Station in Bawku following serious national security concerns.
This directive comes after an urgent request from the Upper East Regional Security Council (REGSEC), which flagged the station as a platform allegedly inciting violence and disrupting public order in the region.
In an emergency meeting on February 11, 2025, REGSEC conducted a thorough review of recent security developments in Bawku and the North East Region.
Intelligence reports concluded that Gumah FM Station was being used to escalate tensions, leading to the government’s swift intervention.
The closure of the station is backed by Section 13(1)(e) of the Electronic Communications Act, 2008 (Act 775), which grants the National Communications Authority (NCA) the power to suspend or revoke frequency authorizations in the interest of national security, public order, or public interest.
According to the Ministry’s directive:
- Gumah FM Station must cease all operations immediately.
- Authorities will monitor the situation to prevent the creation of alternative platforms that may be used to spread violence or destabilize the region.
The Ministry has also urged all media outlets to adhere strictly to their frequency authorization conditions and operate responsibly. The government reaffirmed its commitment to safeguarding national security, ensuring public safety, and upholding the rule of law.
Story By: Robicon Mornahson
