Oyerepa TV is facing serious scrutiny after the National Media Commission (NMC) called them out for broadcasting explicit content. The NMC has issued a stern warning to all media houses, urging them to be mindful of their programming choices and cautioning that penalties will be enforced for those who breach regulations. 
During a meeting focused on offensive media content, NMC Chairman Yaw Boadu-Ayeboafo voiced concerns over the types of programs being aired by various stations. He stressed the need for broadcasters to take greater responsibility for their content, considering its potential influence on viewers.
The NMC disclosed that it has received nearly 9,000 complaints this year regarding issues such as sexual content, money laundering, and loan fraud, implicating over 40 media outlets. Oyerepa TV was specifically singled out for broadcasting inappropriate material.
Although the station’s management expressed disappointment over being directly named, the NMC defended its position, arguing that the level of obscenity aired by Oyerepa TV posed a serious risk to audiences.
Given the severity of the issue, the NMC is considering referring the matter to the National Communications Authority (NCA) to discuss the possibility of revoking the station’s license.
At the same time, the Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) has criticised the NCA for its lack of a clear strategy in the digital migration process, raising concerns about whether it is truly committed to maintaining broadcasting standards in the changing media landscape.
In response, the NCA reassured the public of its ongoing efforts to regulate and monitor the media sector, emphasising its commitment to upholding media integrity. It reaffirmed its goal of ensuring that all broadcasters comply with established guidelines while delivering quality content to the public.
Source: ModernGhana