The Base: Captain Smart Raises Concerns Over Potential Name Confusion With Int’l Extremist Groups
- Captain Smart has called on the leadership of the newly formed political movement, The Base, to urgently reconsider the name choice due to its possible international implications
- He raised concerns that the name could be misinterpreted abroad, potentially affecting individuals associated with the group during travel or international engagements
- He also pointed out concerns about the party’s colour selection, noting similarities that could create confusion and attract further scrutiny in global political spaces
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Renowned Ghanaian broadcaster Blessed Godsbrain Smart, popularly known as Captain Smart, has called on the founders of the emerging political movement known as “The Base” to urgently reconsider and change their name.
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Speaking on Onua TV’s Maakye programme on April 22, 2026, the controversial journalist expressed concern that retaining the name could create unintended complications beyond Ghana’s borders.
According to him, the name “The Base” is already associated with a group widely known in international circles for extremist activities, particularly across parts of Europe and countries aligned with NATO.
“As quickly as possible, they need to change the name of the movement,” he stated during the live broadcast.
He emphasised that failure to act early could expose members of the Ghanaian movement to misunderstandings when travelling or engaging internationally.
“They need to check the name because it is linked to an extremist hate group. The group must be quick in changing it at this early stage, else it will affect them globally,” he cautioned.
Captain Smart further explained that identifying with such a name abroad could lead to uncomfortable situations.
“Because if you get to any European or NATO country and you mention you are a member of ‘The Base,’ you might get into trouble,” he added.
He also encouraged the leadership of the movement to conduct thorough background checks in subsequent decision-making.
Watch the Instagram video below.
'The Base' party colours spark confusion
Beyond the name itself, Captain Smart pointed to visual similarities between the Ghanaian movement and the internationally known group.
During the programme, he noted that both entities appear to use red and green colours in their branding, a resemblance he said could deepen confusion.
He explained that while the Ghanaian movement incorporates yellow in the middle of its design, the prominence of the name overshadows that distinction.
His comments have since stirred conversations among viewers, with many weighing the potential implications of branding choices in an increasingly connected world.
Agyakoo’s The Base unveils new ultra-modern headquarters
Also, an ultra-modern building has been unveiled as the supposed headquarters of ‘The Base', sparking a stir.
On April 12, 2026, Agya Koo announced the establishment of a new political movement, “The Base Ghana First”.
According to the veteran actor, the new party sought to end the duopoly of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) and the National Democratic Congress (NDC) and provide an alternative for Ghanaians.
He emphasised that the need for a third force in Ghana's political landscape to address the shortcomings of both the NDC and NPP influenced his decision to start the new movement.
Speaking on his vision for The Base Ghana First, he noted that individuals from the sixteen regions had expressed their intent to join him in establishing the new political party.
Agya Koo explained that the new party sought to prioritise the needs of ordinary Ghanaians, especially traders, while also promoting tourism and development across the country.
In a couple of videos shared by Gossip24tv following the launch, the Kumawood actor, who was in his white party-branded T-shirt, is believed to have stormed Accra to officially register his political party.
The Kumawood actor was spotted with security officers and a group of people who were also in the branded attire.
In a follow-up video, the actor stormed one of Ghana's big markets, Kantamanto, for a purported campaign.
A few days following the launch, the party is believed to have launched its headquarters, capturing the attention of many.
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Agya Koo's The Base's alleged headquarters
A video sighted by YEN.com.gh has shown a modern, two-storey structure with a white exterior and black accents. The building, which was made of glass railings, had a sleet-like look, complementing it.
At the top of the building was an inscription which read;
“Welcome to The Base's office HQ – Ghana First.”
The front view of the purported headquarters had a Ghana flag prominently displayed.
It also had an enclosed black metal gate, adding a sense of security and a swimming pool, sparking massive reactions.
The Facebook video of The Base's alleged headquarters is below:
Captain Smart threatens to quit Media General
Earlier, YEN.com.gh reported that the popular Ghanaian media personality Captain Smart has got people talking online after a video of him went viral.
This comes after the host of Onua Maakye on Onua TV threatened to quit Media General.
It all happened on Onua Maakye on Onua TV on Wednesday, April 1, when Captain Smart spoke out about a faulty air conditioner in the studio.
Source: YEN.com.gh
