Ghanaian musician, Captain Planet
Ghanaian musician, Captain Planet, has responded to critics who slammed him for supporting the newly introduced GH¢1 petroleum levy imposed by the NDC government.
In a series of posts shared on X, on June 4, 2025, Captain Planet defended his stance, asserting that he has every right to criticise the New Patriotic Party (NPP) for what he described as their “shabby” performance in government.
According to the musician, he was an active supporter of the NPP before they came into power, but their disappointing performance has prompted him to now throw his support behind the NDC.
“I campaigned for Nana Addo to become president, and I paid all my taxes to support his presidency.
“Today, Mahama is the current president, and I will support his policies for a better Ghana, the same way I did for Nana Addo,” he stated.
Captain Planet also took a swipe at Ghanaians who continuously criticise the government, describing them as “ungrateful.”
He stated that such individuals should appreciate the government’s efforts, especially the recent reduction in fuel prices and the strengthening of the cedi.
“Never try to solve Ghanaian problems for them. Leave them to suffer, because some of them do not like good things.
“A few months ago, the whole nation was crying about the high prices of goods and services, begging for the cedi to catch up with the dollar, yet they went to the polling station and voted out of anger,” he added.
Background
On Tuesday, June 3, 2025, Parliament approved the Energy Sector Fee (Amendment) Bill 2025, which imposes a GH¢1 levy on petroleum products.
The levy is intended to generate revenue to help pay off Ghana’s longstanding energy sector debt and ensure a stable supply of electricity.
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