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Who becomes minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture?
This is the time of the year many Ghanaian expect the president to nominate people to head some ministries and other vital state institutions in the country, following the re-election and swearing-in of President Akufo-Addo and the Vice President, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia on January 7.
Following this, they would need some people to help them implement the various policies of the government to the benefit of Ghanaians.
For this reason, stakeholders in the creative arts space have started mentioning some individuals to catch the eyes of the appointing authority.
Some of the emerging names include, Akwasi Agyemang, Bice Osei Kuffour (Obour), Mark Okraku Mantey, Catherine Afeku, Barbara Oteng Gyasi, Socrates Sarfo, and James Korsah-Brown.
Those calling for the two former Ministers of Tourism Arts and Culture, Barbara Oteng Gyasi, and Catherine Afeku believe that either of them should be given the nod to continue the uncompleted projects they started.
According to them, consistency was critical to the growth of the industry, and since both of them lost their re-election bid to parliament, they would fully concentrate on the activities of the ministry.
Others clamouring for the Chief Executive Officer of Ghana Tourism Authority, Akwasi Agyeman are of the view that considering his tremendous contribution to the country’s tourism sector over the years, he deserved to be appointed the minister of the sector.
They said, his successful organisation of the Year of Return, measures he put in place for the Beyond the Return and other initiatives for the sector were a testament of someone capable of turning the fortunes of the ministry around.
Also, those in support of Bice Osei Kuffour, Obour think that his reign as President of the Musician Union of Ghana (MUSIGA) was successful, and through his leadership the Association becomes attractive.
According to them, through Obour’s ingenuity, he was able to secure some grants for MUSIGA and created Ageing Musicians Welfare Fund (AMWeF), among other innovations, as well as mobilsed other candidates who lost the New Patriotic Party’s primaries to campaign for the president.
For Mark Okraku Mantey, who was acting President of the Creative Arts Council, now Creative Arts Agency, some stakeholders think his exceptional qualities, led to the series of Master classes which yielded a lot of benefit for practitioners.
They believe he played an instrumental role in the passage of the creative arts bill to properly set up the sector for a prosperous future and was able to bring some stars together to set up Creative Arts for More group to campaign for the president, leading to the re-election of the NPP.
Astute Movie Director and Director for Creative Arts at the National Commission on Culture , Socrates Sarfo’s name has also come up, as they think he has what it takes and has gone through the mill to hold the top position.
Through his hard work for the party during the electioneering period and years of experience in the creative arts sector, others have tipped him for the top job.
Some stakeholders have also mentioned talent Manager, and 2020 Member of Parliament aspirant for Mfantsiman Constituency, James Korsah Brown.
Those championing for him believe that his instrumentality in 3 Music Awards, as well as other activities in the area of creative arts places him in a pole position for the job.
This year is crucial year in the life of the creative arts sector following the passage of the creative arts bill which paved way for the industry to be set up properly.
Clearly, this demands that the right human resources should be appointed to take up positions to fix the industry.
The ministry was first created in 2013 by former President John Dramani Mahama, with Elizabeth Ofosu Agyare and Abla Dzifa Gomashie as minister and deputy respectively.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Entertainment
KobbySalm’s Ekklesia Rave – A vibrant celebration of praise and graduation
The second edition of KobbySalm’s highly anticipated Ekklesia Rave (Leavers Edition) took place recently at Potter’s Family Chapel, drawing a large crowd in a powerful celebration of praise to God.
The event was not only a dynamic praise experience but also served as a momentous occasion to celebrate the successful graduation of high school students who had just completed their exams.
Attendees included students, their proud parents, and young adults from various walks of life. The atmosphere was electric, filled with lively dance ministrations, passionate worship, and an eclectic energy that resonated throughout the gathering.
KobbySalm thrilled the audience with a performance of his highly anticipated single, “Cast Your Burdens” featuring S.O.N Music, marking S.O.N Music’s first-time live performance of the song, which left the crowd in awe.
The night also saw a stellar lineup of performances, including Kofi Karikari, who joined KobbySalm for a live soul-stirring rendition of “Never Forget”.
Scott Evans delivered an electrifying set with his Afro-Gospel / Amapiano-infused set, while Neqta impressed with his soothing lyrical prowess. PO Godson came on with full Gospel Rap lyricism and Minister Paulo elevated the atmosphere of worship with his powerful ministration, and Team Eternity, the hitmakers behind “Defe Defe”, crowned the event with a captivating time of worship, leading everyone into a blissful encounter in God’s presence.
KobbySalm is now set to release his eagerly awaited new single, “Cast Your Burdens”, featuring S.O.N Music, known for the hit track “Darling Jesus”.
The song will be available on all digital streaming platforms on October 11, 2024
Don’t miss out—pre-save the track here to be the first to listen when it drops! https://ditto.fm/cast-your-burdens-higher-kobbysalm
Entertainment
KobbySalm’s Ekklesia Rave – A vibrant celebration of praise and graduation
The second edition of KobbySalm’s highly anticipated Ekklesia Rave (Leavers Edition) took place recently at Potter’s Family Chapel, drawing a large crowd in a powerful celebration of praise to God.
The event was not only a dynamic praise experience but also served as a momentous occasion to celebrate the successful graduation of high school students who had just completed their exams.
Attendees included students, their proud parents, and young adults from various walks of life. The atmosphere was electric, filled with lively dance ministrations, passionate worship, and an eclectic energy that resonated throughout the gathering.
KobbySalm thrilled the audience with a performance of his highly anticipated single, “Cast Your Burdens” featuring S.O.N Music, marking S.O.N Music’s first-time live performance of the song, which left the crowd in awe.
The night also saw a stellar lineup of performances, including Kofi Karikari, who joined KobbySalm for a live soul-stirring rendition of “Never Forget”.
Scott Evans delivered an electrifying set with his Afro-Gospel / Amapiano-infused set, while Neqta impressed with his soothing lyrical prowess. PO Godson came on with full Gospel Rap lyricism and Minister Paulo elevated the atmosphere of worship with his powerful ministration, and Team Eternity, the hitmakers behind “Defe Defe”, crowned the event with a captivating time of worship, leading everyone into a blissful encounter in God’s presence.
KobbySalm is now set to release his eagerly awaited new single, “Cast Your Burdens”, featuring S.O.N Music, known for the hit track “Darling Jesus”.
The song will be available on all digital streaming platforms on October 11, 2024
Don’t miss out—pre-save the track here to be the first to listen when it drops! https://ditto.fm/cast-your-burdens-higher-kobbysalm