Ghanaian dancehall artist Shatta Wale has recently garnered widespread attention after a video of him expressing frustration over faulty streetlights in Accra went viral on social media.
In the video, Shatta Wale, driving towards the Kotoka International Airport road, is seen navigating a darkened street. His discontent with the inadequate street lighting is evident as he laments the impact on safety and the general lack of maintenance.
The SM Boss voiced his disappointment and concern, emphasizing the importance of functional streetlights for ensuring road safety at night. He also took a critical stance against Ghanaian political leaders, accusing them of failing to fulfill their promises and misleading the public.
“See Accra. There are no lights in this whole place. People will tell you they have leaders. The leaders will come and make promises, but because the majority of us do not know God, we just sit there and follow them. We are in a darkness country. There are no working streetlights in Accra,” Shatta Wale remarked in the video.
Shatta Wale’s comments extended beyond just street lighting. He likened the current state of Accra to a village, highlighting how the malfunctioning streetlights pose challenges to safe driving at night.
The video has sparked a range of reactions on social media. Supporters have praised Shatta Wale for bringing attention to the issue, while some have questioned his own contributions to the country’s development.
In response to Shatta Wale’s criticism, social media users have shared their opinions:
Gams Lams Dec expressed support, saying: “God bless you for saying the truth 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰.”
Zero to Hero commented: “This is what UTV should be talking about, not people’s marriage affairs.”
Mankulu K Benjamen questioned: “What have you done for the country?”
Shatta_side added: “The voice of the street. God bless you, Godfather🙏🏽. Live long the King 🤴🤴🤴🤴.”
Harriet Black simply stated: “The whole Accra, no street light.”
Øwųræ Ąmğ noted: “At the back of Accra Mall, that street no get one light mpo.”
