Ghanaian Afrobeat artist Kelvyn Boy has expressed his disappointment regarding what he perceives as the Deputy Minister for Tourism, Arts, and Culture, Mark Okraku-Mantey’s silence.
Kelvyn Boy took to Twitter to question why the Deputy Minister has been inactive in promoting the welfare of the creative arts industry.
“Ok so now to Creative Arts. Where Mark Okraku Mantey dey? Since he became Dep. Minister for our space, he’s grown awfully silent. For an outspoken, extrovert like Mark, I’m a bit surprised. What really dey go on?!” he tweeted.
His frustration is echoed by other members of the creative arts community, including artist manager Bullgod, musician and social activist A Plus, dancehall artist Shatta Wale, and Tictac, all of whom have also expressed their disappointment with Mark Okraku-Mantey’s performance.
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Media personality KOD recently mentioned in an interview that it has been difficult to reach Mark Okraku-Mantey for support, adding, “He has forgotten why he was elevated. We thought someone like him would be a spokesperson for us.”
Mark Okraku Mantey, who assumed the position of Deputy Minister in 2021, was initially seen as a beacon of hope for the creative arts sector due to his advocacy for the industry.
Many individuals in the creative arts sector had high expectations for Mark Okraku-Mantey’s tenure and are now urging him to take more proactive measures to support and promote the sector.
