In pursuit of strengthening the creative sector, New Patriotic Party (NPP) flag bearer hopeful and Assin Central Member of Parliament (MP) Kennedy Ohene Agyapong intends to establish a specialized fund for constructing cutting-edge studios across the nation once he takes office as Ghana’s president. He went on to describe how he plans to boost Ghana’s creative industry should he be given the mandate.
Agyapong addressed the absence of high-quality studio facilities in the country. He emphasized the pressing need for investment in the creative arts sector. This investment would empower artists and producers to deliver exceptional music videos and cinematic productions.
In an interview with Starr FM’s Bola Ray on October 5, 2023, the influential politician and entrepreneur outlined his comprehensive vision for Ghana’s entertainment industry, prominently featuring the creation of top-tier studios.
Kennedy Agyapong laid out his ideas with regards to plans to boost Ghana’s creative industry with the following statements:
“Let me be clear: we need to construct exceptional studios right here. It’s frustrating that, for quality music or shows, people often go abroad, to Dubai or South Africa. During my presidency, we’ll establish outstanding studios here. Let others come; we’re all human beings,” Agyapong passionately stated.
He underscored the necessity of fostering an enabling environment for Ghanaian creatives to flourish in their work. The parliarmentarian emphased that high-quality studios are vital to achieving this goal.
After stating his plans to boost Ghana’s creative industry, Kennedy Agyapong stressed the importance of setting up a fund dedicated to supporting the creative arts industry, recognizing the substantial financial requirements for producing top-notch movies and songs.
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