Shatta Wale Appeals To John Dramani Mahama: "Sign 4 Artistes To Rep Ghana"
- Shatta Wale has shared his frustrations about Ghana's music industry with Mahama drawing his attention to an often-overlooked situation
- The musician made his appeal to Mahama via social media begging him to consider his plea
- His post has garnered significant traction as fans and industry insiders weigh in on Shatta Wale's pitch to the president
- YEN.com.gh spoke to entertainment analyst Yaw Boadu-Ayeboafoh Ayeboafoh about Shatta Wale's plea
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Ghanaian musician Shatta Wale has appealed to President John Dramani Mahama to support the country's artistes.
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The musician made his plea public via social media on April 4, 2025, addressed to the president.
In Shatta Wale's post, he argued that Ghanaian artistes most of whom are independent have been striding as they chart their own paths.
The On God hitmaker also highlighted the relevance of aritstes to a country's soft power and cultural leverage.
He sought to emphasise the need for the government to tap into the soft power of artistes to project the country internationally saying,
"At least this year the president of Ghana signed 4 Ghanaian artist to represent Ghana across the globe through tourism and arts and culture !!"
"Ghana musicians deh try too much ,No wonder we don’t war here !!! If no be music like many kpai for here .Mr president can you find a way around this for us please 🙏 @JDMahama. Daddy all work and no play makes jack a dull boy."
Speaking to YEN.com.gh about Shatta Wale's plea, entertainment analyst Yaw Boadu-Ayeboafoh said
"Ghana's industry needs consistent attention and support from the state. It's unfortunate that in this day and age, our government has yet to realise the importance and potential of creative and cultural industries. That notwithstanding, the advocacy efforts from Shatta Wale are something others should rally behind. When there is more pressure, the government will have no excuse to roll with us."
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Shatta Wale gets Kofi Abban's backing
Shatta Wale's pitch to Mahama attracted scores of fans as well as music industry enthusiasts including Oil and Gas entrepreneur Kofi Amoa-Abban.
The founder and CEO of Rigworld Group, an oil services business with operations across West Africa is a huge supporter of Ghanaian artistes like Shatta Wale.
He was instrumental in brokering the reunion between Stonebwoy and Shatta Wale which didn't last.
In support of Shatta Wale's idea, Kofi Amoa-Abban reiterated the essence of state support for the arts sector.
"Mr. President, consider this a vital investment in our future, arts and tourism go hand in hand. After all, all work and no play makes life dull. #GhanaCulture #ArtsAndTourism."
Shatta Wale's pitch stirs reactions
YEN.com.gh gathered a few comments from Ghanaians in reaction to Shatta Wale's pitch to the president.
@Archipalago said:
"Moko b3! I support this with all my heart."
@berthsfamily wrote:
"Wise and not selfish. What a King 👑 🔥."
@dr_Salifu77 remarked:
"U be fine man before ooo then the principalities will just come n spoil everything 😂. Hope u hide the principalities for some time wai😂."
@Abbeambest remarked:
"You call your fellow artist travel and your artist you are here begging the president and the tourism board to help you get international gig play. You dirty your fellow and sing unity and love afterwards."
Niiroyce be real added:
"No be Dj track 3 ooo na live band. You fit?"
Shatta Wale wins big at IRAWMA
Earlier, YEN.com.gh reported that Shatta Wale had won big at the 2025 International Reggae & World Music Awards (IRAWMA).
He took home three awards in all the categories he was nominated in: Best African Dancehall Entertainer, Best Music Video for Killa Ji Mi, and Best Crossover Song for his collaboration with Jamaican star Bounty Killer on Commando.
The On God hitmaker has celebrated winning the three awards at a ceremony held in Florida, America, on Sunday, March 30, 2025.
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