Ghanaian Dancehall superstar Charles Nii Armah Mensah, popularly known as Shatta Wale, has sparked a heated debate by criticizing Communications Minister Sam George over the special Independence Day data bundle announced for Ghana’s 68th anniversary.
In a fiery social media post, Shatta Wale dismissed the offer of 6GB of data for GHS10 across MTN, Telecel, and AT Ghana, calling it irrelevant to Ghanaians’ pressing needs.
Sam George, in a post on March 6 , revealed that under President John Dramani Mahama’s directive, telecom companies had agreed to provide the discounted data bundle to enhance connectivity and celebrate Ghana’s Independence Day.
The initiative, part of a broader vision for a digitalized Ghana, was met with mixed reactions. While some praised the move as a step toward affordability, others, including Shatta Wale, questioned its practicality.
In his sharp rebuke, Shatta Wale argued,
“This is not what Ghanaians need massa… You didn’t even say 1000ghc for every Ghanaian and small time you will be planning to buy properties abroad… Next Joke please! Let us be serious in this country Our people need money money money money oooo tonnn!!!!”
His comments, shared widely online, reflect a growing sentiment among some Ghanaians who feel economic hardships outweigh the benefits of digital access.
Shatta Wale’s critique aligns with broader discussions, as seen in a recent MyNewsGH article where he expressed frustration over government priorities, urging leaders to focus on creating wealth opportunities rather than temporary data perks.
His stance has resonated with fans struggling with inflation, unemployment, and the economic fallout from global challenges like the Russia-Ukraine war and Ghana’s IMF program.
The controversy has fueled online debates, with some defending the data bundle as a meaningful gesture, while others echo Shatta Wale’s call for direct financial support. As Ghana marks its 68th Independence Day with cultural festivities and digital initiatives, the clash between Shatta Wale and Sam George highlights the tension between technological advancement and immediate economic relief in the nation’s development agenda.
Source: KingBygone.com
