ACCRA: Social media users have expressed outrage after Ghanaian rapper Sarkodie endorsed a video by Captain Prince Kofi Amoabeng (RTD), former CEO of UT Holdings and founder of the PK Amoabeng Leadership Foundation. The video, uploaded on YouTube, discusses key issues in Ghana, such as illegal mining (galamsey), anti-galamsey protests, and efforts to address these challenges.
According to Ghana Web, the video also highlights the foundation’s initiatives to train and equip the next generation of leaders with integrity and honesty. Sarkodie, in his response, emphasized the importance of good leadership, stating, “We can have different beliefs, morals, values… but with good leadership, we can all be on the right track for a better future. Let’s all join, transform, and build the right leaders for the future.”
Despite Sarkodie’s call for unity and leadership, his post drew mixed reactions on social media. Critics accused him of remaining silent on various national issues, contrasting his current stance with h
is vocal opposition during the previous administration. Comments from users included allegations of hypocrisy and a shift from activism to motivational speaking.
The rapper has faced criticism for not supporting movements like #OccupyJulorbiHouse and #StopGalamseyNow, despite his previous outspokenness during the Mahama administration. Sarkodie’s recent endorsement of leadership initiatives has reignited debates over his public role and responsibility.