Media personality and entertainment pundit MC Yaa Yeboah has voiced her frustration with how Ghanaian politicians treat the creative arts sector. Speaking on UTV’s United Showbiz on November 30, 2024, Yaa Yeboah accused politicians of exploiting the industry for political gain while showing a lack of respect for its professionals.
According to Yaa Yeboah, politicians have long used the creative arts to amplify their messages but have failed to properly support the sector. She pointed to artists like Nacee, whose songs have helped explain political manifestos. “For a long time, politicians have taken the creative arts sector for a ride. They have disrespected this sector. But the funny thing is, these politicians always run to the creative arts to trumpet their message,” she remarked.
Yaa Yeboah also expressed disappointment over the lack of significant political appointments for professionals in the industry, particularly in key roles. She highlighted the cases of Mark Okraku-Mantey and Dzifa Gomashie, who were appointed as deputy ministers rather than in substantive ministerial positions. “These politicians can’t even respect us enough to make one of our own the creative arts minister. They only make people like Okraku-Mantey and Dzifa Gomashie deputies, and under the constitution, they can’t function without the permission of their bosses. Yet, we always blame them because they’re the ones we are familiar with,” she explained.
Yaa Yeboah urged politicians to be more honest and transparent when making promises to the creative arts industry, calling for genuine support and respect.
Watch the video below to know more …
READ ALSO : A Plus Expresses Confidence in Electoral Commission’s Efforts for Free and Fair Elections