Ghanaians blast Sam George for unveiling new song with Stonebwoy amid national challenges

Ghana's Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovation, Samuel Nartey George, has come under fire for unveiling his official signature anthem produced by award-winning musician Stonebwoy. The minister announced on X on Wednesday, July 16, 2026, that the song, titled Dzata (For God & Country), was now available for streaming across major music platforms.

The anthem, which carries his widely known mantra "For God and Country," was produced by Stonebwoy and released under the BNNG label. Sam George has served as the Member of Parliament for Ningo-Prampram since 2016 and currently serves as Ghana's Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovation after his appointment in January 2025. His widely known slogan "For God and Country" also inspired the title of his newly released signature anthem.

However, instead of widespread praise, many social media users criticised the minister over what they described as poor timing. Several Ghanaians argued that the minister should have focused on pressing national concerns rather than releasing a personal anthem. The politician is widely known for ending many of his public messages with the phrase "For God and Country," a slogan that also inspired the title of his newly released signature anthem.

Sam George has previously rejected allegations of financial misconduct at the Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovation, describing the claims as flawed and misleading. The minister insisted that all spending under his leadership had followed the required parliamentary approval processes and maintained that his track record in public financial oversight made suggestions of corruption unfounded.

The controversy surrounding Sam George's new song with Stonebwoy highlights the ongoing debate about the role of politics and public life in Ghana. As the country faces numerous national challenges, the minister's decision to release a personal anthem has sparked widespread criticism. It remains to be seen how Sam George will respond to the backlash and whether his signature anthem will have any lasting impact on his public image.

Source: Yen Entertainment