Former Director General of NCA, Joe Anokye,
The Director General of the National Communications Authority (NCA), Dr. Joe Anokye, has proceeded on a terminal leave.
Asaase Radio reported that Mr. Anokye had written to tell industry players in the telecommunications sector of his decision.
According to him, his decision to proceed on terminal leave is effective, Tuesday, 7 January 2025.
He revealed that he decided to proceed on leave and hand over to his two deputies due to the ongoing transition from the Akufo-Addo administration to the incoming John Mahama administration.
This was contained in a letter dated 6 January 2025 and copied to 13 chief executive officers of various sector players.
The CEOs he wrote to are the Chief Executive Officer of Telecel Ghana, Accra; the Managing Director of AT Ghana, Accra; the Chief Executive Officer of Scancom PLC (MTN Ghana) Limited, Accra; and the Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Chamber of Telecommunications, Accra.
The rest are the Chief Executive Officers of African Towers Limited, Accra; ATC Ghana, Accra; MainOne Company Limited, Accra; Comsys Ghana, Accra; SAT3, Accra; WACS, Accra; ACE, Accra; the Chief Executive Officer of Telesol Limited, Accra; and the Chief Executive Officer of Helios Towers, Accra.
“I bring you compliments of the season and wish you a Happy New Year! Since 2017, I have been privileged to work with you as the Director General of the National Communications Authority (NCA). During this time, you can attest that the communications industry has undergone a number of changes and also faced significant challenges that our collective hard work has surmounted.
“I have been honoured to have you by my side working on numerous projects that have resulted in a communications industry that seeks to ensure government, investor, and consumer satisfaction. As you are also aware, the government is transitioning, and with that, it is time for me to bow out as the Director General of the NCA,” Joe Anokye’s letter read.
“Prior to the appointment of a new Director General, I wish to officially inform you that I am embarking on my terminal leave effective 7 January 2025 and handing over to my two (2) Deputy Directors General.
“I trust you will accord them the same level of cooperation. I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your support and collaboration and wish you the best,” the letter added.
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