24th January 2025 10:56:08 AM
1 min readPresident John Dramani Mahama has named Rev. Ing. Edmund Yirenkyi Fianko as the Acting Director-General of the National Communications Authority (NCA), marking a new chapter for the regulatory body.The announcement was shared on the NCA’s official Facebook page on Friday, January 24, following the resignation of Joe Anokye, the immediate past Director-General.
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Joe Anokye, who led the NCA during the New Patriotic Party (NPP) administration, officially stepped down earlier this month amid growing speculation about his next career moves. His tenure was marked by efforts to improve Ghana’s telecommunications landscape, leaving a foundation for Rev. Fianko to build upon.As the new Acting Director-General, Rev.
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Fianko is tasked with steering the NCA through a period of rapid technological advancement and increasing consumer expectations. The authority, which oversees telecommunications, broadcasting, and electronic communications, is pivotal in ensuring that Ghana remains competitive and inclusive in the global digital space.
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The telecommunications industry in Ghana has seen remarkable growth, including the deployment of 4G and 5G networks, a surge in broadband accessibility, and rising demands for improved service quality. Rev. Fianko is expected to tackle key challenges such as spectrum allocation, fair competition, and addressing cybersecurity threats.
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Additionally, his role will involve refining regulatory policies to foster innovation while safeguarding data privacy and ensuring equitable access across the industry.
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