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DStv Ghana doesn’t take the Ghanaian people serious enough – Sam George
The Minister for Communications, Digital Technology and Innovation, Samuel Nartey George, has criticised MultiChoice Ghana over its reluctance to reduce DStv prices in Ghana.
This comes after the company released a statement on August 3, describing the proposed price reduction as not feasible.
The Minister had earlier directed the National Communications Authority (NCA) to suspend MultiChoice Ghana’s license by August 7, following a 15% subscription fee increase in April, despite what he described as clear improvements in Ghana’s economy.
Reacting to the company’s statement, Sam George said the response only proves his earlier point that DStv Ghana did not take the Ghanaian people serious enough.
He compared the situation to Nigeria, where MultiChoice reversed its price increases after pressure from the government and the House of Representatives.
He questioned why Ghana was being treated differently.
In addition, the Minister revealed that MultiChoice had made an alternative proposal, asking to maintain the current high prices but hold off on transferring the revenue to their headquarters.
He said he rejected that offer completely, describing it as illogical and failing to address the real concern, which is fairness to the consumer.
According to him, the fight is not just about revenue or company profits, but about getting Ghanaians to pay a fair price for a service they use daily.
“How does keeping the price high but holding the money back solve anything for the ordinary Ghanaian?” he asked.
He added that for far too long, companies had taken advantage of Ghanaian consumers, and it was time for a shift in how public service was done, one that protects citizens first.
While expressing concern for Ghanaian staff working with DStv, he encouraged them to join the call for fair pricing.
Sam George expressed readiness at reaching a consensus with Multi-choice Ghana however he noted that his main focus was on reducing Dstv prices.
By: Jacob Aggrey
The Ghana Police Service has arrested three (3) suspects in connection with a case of possession of narcotic drugs and engaging in prohibited drug-related activities within the Accra metropolis.
On April 10, 2026, the Special Operations Assistant to the Inspector General of Police received intelligence that a group of individuals were planning to engage in the sale of suspected narcotic drugs at Dzorwulu in Accra.
A surveillance operation was mounted and on 11th April 2026, a Police team proceeded to the area and arrested two suspects, Bright Ayivor and Ifeanyi Ijeoba.
The suspects were found in possession of twenty-two (22) compressed substances suspected to be cocaine, which were being prepared for sale to a prospective buyer.
Further interrogation of the suspects led to the identification of a third suspect, Kwabena Botwe as a key figure in the drug trade.
A follow-up operation at Caprice resulted in his arrest after Police mounted surveillance during a planned transaction involving proceeds from the sale of the suspected drugs.
The suspect later led Police to his residence at Greda Estates, where a search resulted in the retrieval of an amount of GHc400,000 and a counting machine.
According to the police, during the operation, he attempted to bribe the arresting officers with an additional GHc420,000, which has been retained as evidence.
All the suspects are currently in Police custody assisting investigations and will be put before the court.
The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Mr. Christian Tetteh Yohuno, yesterday April 14, 2026, promoted seven officers of the Tema Regional Police Command to their next ranks for their role in a recent anti-robbery operation in Tema.
The promotions were awarded to officers who responded to a robbery attack on a Mobile Money vendor at Tema Community 5 leading to the shooting of two robbery suspects and the recovery of a firearm, ammunition, and other exhibits.
The officers promoted are Chief Inspector Enoch Nartey Nuer, Inspector Gershon Dekpey; Inspector Prince Asante; No. 45881 Sergeant Lukman Mohammed; No. 49900 Sergeant Eugene Kuudouru; No. 54157 Corporal Jerome Akator; and No. 59882 Lance Corporal Jonathan Sewurah.
The IGP, together with members of the Police Management Board (POMAB), congratulated the officers on their promotion and commended them for their courage, discipline, and commitment to duty.
The IGP urged the officers to view their promotion as a call to higher responsibility and encouraged all personnel to continue working with dedication and professionalism in the service of the nation.
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