Member of Parliament for Gomoa Central, Kwame Asare Obeng, popularly known as A Plus, has weighed in on the GH¢20 million earmarked for the creative arts sector, expressing scepticism about how effectively the funds may be handled.
Speaking in an interview with GhanaWeb’s Elsie Lamar on April 28, 2026, he suggested he would not be shocked if portions of the allocation end up being misused for personal benefit.
Although he noted that he has not heard any officials directly responsible for the fund making such allegations, he insisted it would not be unusual if such outcomes eventually emerged.
“That’s typical of Ghanaians. Let’s share the money and chop it. Acheampong brought cattle from Brazil to Oyarifa Farm to produce milk. The next time he went there to inspect the cattle, they were in a pot of soup, and people were pounding fufu around.
“So, that is typical Ghanaian behaviour, and I won’t be surprised to hear that. I have not heard anybody make such a comment, but I won’t be surprised if people make such sad decisions,” he said.
He further urged managers of the creative arts fund to remain disciplined and ensure the money achieves its core purpose of strengthening and transforming the industry.
“But I don’t think that is the reason why the funds were released. It is intended to transform the entire creative arts industry, and those who are fund managers must ensure that it serves that purpose,” he added.
The GH¢20 million allocation forms part of a broader government commitment to the creative arts sector. In 2025, Finance Minister Cassiel Ato Forson disclosed that GH¢40 million had been set aside, with GH¢20 million dedicated to the movie industry and another GH¢20 million channelled into the wider creative arts space.
President John Dramani Mahama also reaffirmed the allocation during his 2026 State of the Nation Address.
