UTV, Peace, Okay, Neat, Atinka FM et al shut down

There is a temporary break in the operations of Despite Group of Companies as well as the JAM Media Group, owners of Peace FM, Okay FM, Neat FM and United Television (UTV) digital as well as Atinka FM respectively.

The shutdown follows a devastating rain storm that hit parts of the Eastern and Greater Accra Regions on Tuesday.
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It is reported that the broadcast masts hosting the antennas that transmit signal from Awherease on the Aburi mountain collapsed as a result of the violent wind.
In a statement posted on its social media page, the Despite Group confirmed the incident.
“#BREAK_IN_TRANSMISSION (Peace/Okay/Neat)

“Despite Group of Companies, operators of the leading broadcast media stations in the country, wishes to inform their numerous clients that it is having some technical challenges on its various frequencies; Peace FM, Okay FM, Neat FM and UTV (analogue), due to Tuesday’s heavy downpour that hit the capital.
“We apologise to our cherished listeners and viewers for this break in programming. 
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“Our technicians are currently working around the clock to restore transmission. You can, however, watch UTV on the Digital channel….UTV, it’s all about you!”
Meanwhile, Management of Atinka Fm also said they “are doing everything possible for the station to resume transmission as soon as possible.”