I may turn down US$1million deal to campaign for a political party, says Kofi Kinaata

Kofi Kinaata says he is capable of turning down a lucrative US$1 million offer to endorse a political party in the upcoming general elections

Winifred Lartey June 25, 2024

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Renowned Ghanaian artist Kofi Kinaata says he will turn down a lucrative US$1 million offer to endorse a political party in the upcoming general elections.

His reason? The growing political tension in the country is at its peak and it does not want to be stigmatised but stays neutral to champion the welfare of the country.

In a recent interview on Kumasi-based Nhyira FM, Kofi Kinaata, the acclaimed singer of “Things Fall Apart,” revealed that while he is not interested in creating a campaign song for any political party, he is open to performing at political events if formally invited and contracted, distancing himself from political endorsements but willing to provide entertainment.

When the presenter posed a hypothetical question, asking if a US$1 million offer would sway him to reconsider, Kinaata’s response was marked by hesitation, revealing his concern about the potential backlash and public perception that could damage his career.

“It is actually not bad, but now Ghanaians do not understand. They need to understand that the stage that is being used for rallies was constructed by carpenters, electricians and even DJs who play at the rallies perform their duties not because they are necessarily party members but because they are doing their work,” he said.

“But it is always a different case if a musician decides to entertain his fans, they start stigmatising us.

“Perhaps, if the stigmatisation stops, we can make songs for political parties. Also, political tensions are high so it’s better to stay neutral. God should select a winner and after the elections, we will all come together to support the person,” he said.

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