Multiple award-winning dancehall artiste Samini says he’s proud of Ghana’s current leadership direction under President John Mahama, especially the bold actions of the judiciary to hold public officials accountable.
Appearing on the maiden edition of PrimeTime with George Quaye on Joy Prime, Samini was candid about his views on governance and the pursuit of justice.
“As I speak to you currently, what we are seeing… I’m a happy Ghanaian,” the music icon said.
“I like the fact that people are being brought to book and justice is being served — or it seems like justice is going to be served. Things like that, I am for.”
In a political climate often charged with partisanship and loyalty, Samini made it clear that his appreciation was rooted in principle, not personality.
“I won’t sit here and be walking on eggshells because I think that maybe a certain favourite of mine might be in trouble,” he said.
“I believe that if you are put in public office, it’s your responsibility to serve Ghana and keep the public purse at heart. If you come and do anything dubious, you should be brought to book. I like that. Things like that, we like to see.”
Host George Quaye pressed further: So what you’re saying is that President John Mahama and the current NDC government are doing a great job?
Samini’s response was: “The President and judicial system are doing a good job so far. That’s the area I’ve seen a lot of action. Anything else, I think, is too early to throw too much light on.”
Though widely regarded as a socially conscious artiste, Samini has rarely made pointed political statements on air.
His remarks on PrimeTime signal a growing willingness to speak up about governance, integrity, and justice issues, he says transcend political colours.
He also left the door open to backing other political movements — but only if they earn it.
“If the New Force political party comes out with policies that make me believe they stand a chance of giving us the best when it comes to governance and leadership, I’ll definitely go for that,” he said.
For now, though, the “Linda” hitmaker is enjoying what he sees as a positive shift in Ghana’s accountability culture.
“We like to see people get called out for what they’ve done wrong. That’s how we build a better Ghana.”
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