Goodnews FM to open TV Station in Takoradi

Takoradi, July 17, GNA - Goodnews FM, a local radio station in Takoradi is to add a television station to its repertoire next year. Mr Kobby Aggrey, Executive Director of Goodnews FM, announced this at a press conference at Takoradi on Monday, as part of activities to mark the first anniversary of the station.

He said the management had applied to the National Communications Authority (NCA) for accreditation and was "anxiously expecting the approval" to enable it to begin test transmissions.

Mr Aggrey expressed his appreciation to the media, private companies and individuals in the region who had contributed towards the sustenance and growth of the station.

Mr Matthew Anderson, Chief Executive Officer, said although profit was the bedrock of every business, his company was also interested in the social development of the area and would contribute towards the establishment of libraries, places of entertainment and manpower development.

He said Goodnews FM had started a training programme for staff in the fields of programming, disc jockeying, news reading and other related areas.

Mr Anderson said the management of the company would encourage interested public and private institutions, religious groups and individuals to patronise the TV station at reduced rates.