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Speed and energy used to shut down Radio Gold very disturbing – Sefa Kayi

 

Host of Kokrokoo on Peace Fm, Kwame Sefa Kayi

Host of Peace FM’s ‘Kokrokoo’, Kwami Sefa Kayi, is pleading with government to restore the operational license of Radio Gold following its shutdown by the National Communications Authority (NCA).

Radio Gold was shut down three years ago for allegedly operating without valid authorization.

According to the NCA, the station is no more in operation because it failed to comply with the ruling of the Electronic Communications Tribunal (ECT).

Meanwhile, there are political undertones intending that the closure of the station is because it is pro-National Democratic Congress and served as a medium for bashing the ruling New Patriotic Party.

Critics believe it was closed down for political reasons and not the reasons given by the NCA.

Passing a comment on the Radio Gold shutdown during an interview with host Akwasi Aboagye on Peace FM’s ‘Entertainment Review’, Chairman General Sefa Kayi lambasted the Akufo-Addo government stressing the shutdown was done in a hasty manner.

Although he admits Radio Gold faulted, he believes the NCA should have allowed the station to operate while the Authority worked out an installment plan for the owner to pay his debt.

“Whether it was law or politics, I believe the speed and energy that was used to shut down Radio Gold is very disturbing…I believe if the NCA, Ministry of Communication, whoever was in charge of that operation; if they had engaged in further negotiations, Radio Gold would still be on air,” he argued.

Chairman General feared the NCA decision may have ripple effects on the nation saying “when there is a change of government tomorrow, Radio Gold will come back on air. If it’s an NDC government, they will also take revenge. So, it’s a vicious cycle. If we don’t stop it today, it will follow us into the future. It’s up to us to decide.”

Source: peacefmonline.com

Ogyem Solomon

Solomon Ogyem – Media Entrepreneur | Journalist | Brand Ambassador Solomon Ogyem is a dynamic Ghanaian journalist and media entrepreneur currently based in South Africa. With a solid foundation in journalism, Solomon is a graduate of the OTEC School of Journalism and Communication Studies in Ghana and Oxbridge Academy in South Africa. He began his career as a reporter at OTEC 102.9 MHz in Kumasi, where he honed his skills in news reporting, community storytelling, and radio broadcasting. His passion for storytelling and dedication to the media industry led him to establish Press MltiMedia Company in South Africa—a growing platform committed to authentic African narratives and multimedia journalism. Solomon is the founder and owner of Thepressradio.com, a news portal focused on delivering credible, timely, and engaging stories across Ghana and Africa. He also owns Press Global Tickets, a service-driven venture in the travel and logistics space, providing reliable ticketing services. He previously owned two notable websites—Ghanaweb.mobi and ShowbizAfrica.net—both of which contributed to entertainment and socio-political discussions within Ghana’s digital space. With a diverse background in media, digital journalism, and business, Solomon Ogyem is dedicated to telling impactful African stories, empowering youth through media, and building cross-continental media partnerships.

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