Prominent Ghanaian media figure, Okatakyie Afrifa, has finally shared the truth behind his unexpected exit from Angel FM, a well-known radio station in Ghana. In a recent interview, Afrifa revealed the startling reason behind his dismissal, leaving many Ghanaians in shock.
Afrifa explained that his troubles began when he started speaking out against the harmful galamsey activities affecting the country. He claimed that high-ranking officials, who were involved in the galamsey scandal, played a role in his removal from the station.
“In Ghana, if you speak out against wrongdoings, some influential people despise you for it,” Afrifa stated. “The galamsey issue became a severe problem in the country, and we had no choice but to expose the truth about those involved. If some people went to great lengths to get me fired because of this, so be it. But I will continue to stand by what I believe in, and I fear no one.”
Known for his bold and candid approach, Afrifa made it clear that he stands by the truths he shared on Angel FM and has a clear conscience. He challenged his critics, saying, “I’ve worked in radio and TV for 9 years, and has anyone ever taken me to court? If I was wrong, why didn’t they sue me?”
Afrifa also spoke about the incident where a group of people allegedly stormed Angel FM to intimidate him. He clarified that they were not from the Ga tribe, as some had speculated, but from the National Democratic Congress (NDC), who he believes were behind the incident.
“The people who attacked Angel FM were not Gas,” Afrifa clarified. “I don’t want anyone blaming the Ga tribe for what happened. They knew my work hours were from 6:00 am to 10:00 am, but they came around 11:00 pm to cause trouble. Some said I was scared and fled, but that’s not true. What happened was politically motivated, and someone was behind it.”
Afrifa’s bravery and commitment to speaking out have earned him respect from many Ghanaians. His story highlights the struggles faced by journalists who dare to expose corruption and injustice in Ghana. Despite the challenges, Afrifa remains steadfast in his pursuit of truth and justice.
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