National Communications Authority


The National Communications Authority was established by an Act of Parliament, Act 524 in December 1996, which has been repealed and replaced by the National Communications Authority Act, 2008. The Authority is the statutory body mandated to license and regulate electronic communications activities and services in Ghana.
WWW nca.org.gh

Mission

Moving from Good to a Great Regulator; An innovative, agile, professional, and proactive Regulator, adaptive to emerging changes in the communication and digital ecosystem, and delivering optimally to all stakeholders.

Vision

A world-class communications regulator that facilitates innovative, reliable, and sustainable communication solutions to meet stakeholders’ expectations.

Services

The authority regulates a broad range of services aimed at promoting fair competition, protecting consumer interests, and fostering innovation in the industry. The following are the key services regulated by the NCA:
  • Telecommunication Services
  • Broadcasting Services
  • Others- Infrastructure Services

Current leadership

  • Ag. Director General- Rev. Ing. Edmund Yirenkyi Fianko
  • Ag. Deputy Director General, Technical Operations- Mr Salifu Suleman
  • Ag. Deputy Director General, Managerial Operations- Mrs. Etta Mosore

Current Board Members

  • Madam Mavis Ampah
  • Rev. Ing. Edmund Y. Fianko
  • Hon. Mohammed Adams Sukparu
  • Dr. George Atta-Boateng
  • Mr. George Sarpong
  • Dr. Augustina Odame
  • Dr. Mahama Seth Sayibu
  • Dr. Selaise Agyinasare
  • Madam Barbara Serwaa Asamoah

Past Board Chairmen

Past Directors General

  • Mr. John Kofi Gyimah 1997 – 2001
  • Dr. Pasmor Kuranchie January 2001
  • Major J. K. K. Tandoh 2001 – 2007
  • Mr. Bernard Forson Jnr. 2007 – 2010
  • Mr. Paarock VanPercy 2010 – 2015
  • Mr. William Tevie 2015 – 2017
  • Mr. Joe Anokye 2017 - 2024

Past Board Members

-Board of Directors, 2003-
  • Mr. Jude Arthur 2003 - 2008
  • Major Tandoh end-2004
  • Mr. Bernard Aidoo Forson Jnr. 2005-2008
  • Mr. Edward Boateng 2005-2008
  • Mr. Frimpong Ansah 2005-2008
  • Mr Bafoe Mensah Member 2005-2008
  • Mr. Sackitey 2005-2008
  • Late Former MP Mr Kwasi Afrifa 2005-2008
  • Mr. Joe Jackson Member 2005-2008
  • Dr. Abdulai Mohamed Sani 2005-2008

Board of Directors, 2009
  • Mr. Kofi Totobi Quakye 2009 - 2014
  • Mr. Bernard Aidoo Forson Jnr. 2007 – 2010
  • Mr. Paarock VanPercy 2010 – 2015
  • Mr. William Tevie 2009 - 2014
  • Ms. Rita Sraha 2009 - 2014
  • Dr. Pasmore Kuranchie 2009 - 2014
  • Mr. Solomon Quandzie 2009 - 2014
  • Mr. Issah Yahaya 2009 - 2014
  • Col. Hyacinth Nii Amah Tagoe 2009 - 2014
  • Mr. George Sarpong 2009 - 2014

Board of Directors, 2014
  • Mr. Eugene Baffoe Bonnie 2014 - 2017
  • Mr. Paarock Asuman VanPercy 2010 – 2015
  • Mr. William Tevie
  • Mr. Issah Yahaya 2014 - 2017
  • Mr. Abdul Aziz Bamba 2014 - 2017
  • Ms. Farida Efua Bedwei - Resigned 2014 - 2015
  • Mr. Mark Kevor Oliver 2014 - 2017
  • Dr. Nana Owusu-Ensaw 2014 - 2017
  • Mr. Kwaku Dua Dankwa - Resigned 2014 - 2015
  • Mr. Alhaji Salifu Osman 2015 - 2017
  • Mr. George Sarpong 2015 - 2017

Board of Directors Appointed in June, 2017
  • Mr. Kwaku Sakyi-Addo 2017 - 2021
  • Mr. Joe Anokye 2017 - 2021
  • Mr. Kwabena Adu-Boahene 2017 - 2021
  • Mr. Bernard Aidoo-Forson 2017 - 2021
  • Mr. David Gyewu 2017 - 2021
  • Mr. Phillip Asare Kwame Ayesu Member 2017 - 2021
  • Mrs. Susan-Barbara Adjorkor Boye Kumapley - Resigned 2017 - 2018
  • Mr. Emmanuel Katey Bannerman 2018 - 2021

Board of Directors Appointed in October, 2021
  • Mr. Isaac Emmil Osei - Bonsu 2021 - 2024
  • Mr. Joe Anokye 2021 – 2024
  • Mr. Kwabena Adu- Boahene 2021 – 2024
  • Mr. Alexander Nii Katey Bannerman 2021 – 2024
  • Hon. Ama Pomaa Boateng - Replaced 2021 – 2023
  • Mr. Patrick A. Boateng 2021 – 2024
  • Dr. Eugene Owusu 2021 – 2024
  • Madam Ama A. S. Daaku 2021 – 2024
  • Hon. Alexander Gyan 2021 – 2024
  • Hon. Charles Acheampong 2023 - 2024