Lily Mohammed Apologises to Ablakwa for “Wonyɛ Serious” Rant Blasting IShowSpeed Passport Issuance
- GHOne TV presenter Lily Mohammed owned up to her mistake after publicly criticising Samuel Okudzeto over the controversial decision to issue IShowSpeed a passport
- In a trending video, the award-winning journalist admitted her comments were unfair and emotionally driven
- Some social media users have shared mixed reactions after they watched Lily Mohammed's apology video on Instagram
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Ghanaian media personality Lily Mohammed has apologised to Ghana’s Foreign Affairs Minister, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, after publicly criticising him on live television.
The GHOne TV presenter made the remarks on January 28, 2026, sparking controversy on Instagram and Facebook.
Source: Instagram
Lily Mohammed criticises Okudzeto over IShowSpeed’s passport
The presenter had lashed out at the minister following the announcement that American YouTuber IShowSpeed would be issued a Ghanaian passport.
The decision, made on Monday, January 26, 2026, drew strong reactions from Lily Mohammed during her GH Today show on Wednesday, January 27.
She questioned why IShowSpeed was granted a passport while other Ghanaians who have done a lot for the country have never received such recognition.
Source: Instagram
"I must add my two cents. Let’s get serious as a country. The person comes to Ghana for a day or two, and you just hand them a Ghanaian passport. Wonyɛ serious? Wonyɛ serious?" she said.
"She further expressed disappointment in the minister, saying: Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, we had high expectations of you. You hand a Ghanaian passport to someone who’s streaming, who is here for his personal content. What has he done for Ghana? And the moment he steps on our jollof, Ghanaians eat from it. Wonye serious? Let’s put value on our passports. Let’s put value on this country."
"While acknowledging IShowSpeed’s role in projecting Ghana internationally, she argued that rewarding him with a passport was not the right approach. I think he deserves a pat on the back. But to give him a Ghanaian passport? Let’s get serious in this country."
The Facebook post is below:
Lily Mohammed issues apology to Okudzeto Ablakwa
Following backlash against her comments, Lily Mohammed issued a formal apology to Foreign Affairs Minister Okudzeto Ablakwa.
The award-winning media personality also expressed her sincere apology to viewers who were offended by her remarks.
She urged Ghanaians to continue tuning in to GHOne for news updates, sports, and other engaging programs.
The Instagram video is below:
IShowSpeed to obtain a Ghanaian passport
Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, the Minister for Foreign Affairs, declared on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, that his ministry had authorised the issuing of a Ghanaian passport to IShowSpeed.
He mentioned that the ministry settled on this decision after consulting with prominent YouTuber Wode Maya and other relevant parties.
This came after the renowned streamer IShowSpeed landed at the Kotoka International Airport in Ghana on Sunday, January 25, 2026, as part of his 28-day Africa tour.
"@wode_maya following our discussions and subsequent confirmation of the irrefutable ties of IShowSpeed to Ghana, I am pleased to inform you and our compatriots that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs has approved the issuance of a Ghanaian passport to IShowSpeed."
The Facebook post is below:
Nigerian hails Ghana’s reception of IShowSpeed
Earlier, YEN.com.gh reported about a popular Nigerian blogger who applauded Ghanaians for giving IShowSpeed what he described as the best reception in Africa.
He praised the Ghanaian creatives for planning an amazing array of events to greet the well-known YouTuber and streamer.
Some social media users commented on the interactive video he posted on TikTok.
Proofreading by Samuel Gitonga, copy editor at YEN.com.gh.
Source: YEN.com.gh
