Ghanaian Hiplife singer-songwriter Okyeame Kwame has faced criticism from social media users following a tweet in which he urged Ghanaians to take responsibility for improving themselves and the country rather than relying on politicians.
This statement came as a response to a question posed by media personality Naa Ashorkor, who asked her followers, “Who do you believe will fix the country?”.
In response, Okyeame Kwame posted, “You Naa, you will fix the country. Starting with your health, then mindset, then your family, then your work. If we all start a small light in our little corners, Ghana will become bright. All the names you have mentioned can also light a small flame. However, Ghana cannot be fixed by one man. No messiah in politics.”
His tweet however did not go down well with many followers who likened his comments to the “Fix Yourself” campaign which emerged on the back of the “Fix the Country” movement in 2021.
Okyeame Kwame’s post, in which he encouraged Ghanaians to take responsibility for their own improvement and that of the country, faced criticism from social media users.
This criticism stemmed from the context of the #FixTheCountry movement, which had emerged on social media as a demand for better governance during economic challenges in Ghana.
Additionally, there was a #FixYourself campaign by government supporters, suggesting that citizens should contribute to the country’s development instead of relying solely on the government.
Critics questioned how self-improvement would address pressing issues such as infrastructure and healthcare. Some also accused Okyeame Kwame of government sympathies due to his perceived silence during the #OccupyJulobiHouse protests.
Below are some comments on Okyeame Kwame’s post.
