The organisers of the Ghana Victory Concert have made the controversial decision to remove dancehall artist Stonebwoy from the event’s lineup, despite an initial agreement.
The removal, according to the organisers, was prompted by concerns raised by grassroots members of the National Democratic Congress (NDC).
In an official statement, the organisers issued an apology to NDC supporters, acknowledging what they described as a lapse in discretion in including Stonebwoy in the first place.
They also apologised to the artist and his team, acknowledging the unfortunate nature of the decision and expressing regret for the turn of events.
The Ghana Victory Concert was originally conceived as a celebration of the successful completion of the 2024 general elections and the peace and unity that came with it.
However, the exclusion of Stonebwoy has sparked heated debate on social media, with many questioning the political affiliations of the event.
ged refusal to perform at NDC rallies, suggesting that this might have influenced his omission from the victory celebrations.
Neither Stonebwoy nor the NDC has officially commented on the development, leaving many to await clarification on the reasons behind the decision.