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IGP, Police Management Board interact with creative industry
Ace broadcaster, Abeiku Santana and IGP exchanging pleasantries
The Inspector General of Police, George Akuffo-Dampare and the Police Management Board (POMAB) on Tuesday met some stakeholders of the creative industry at the Police Headquarters.
The meeting which was at the instance of the IGP and POMAB was attended by musicians, actors and media personalities among others.
At the gathering, the police offered the creative industry the platform to air their grievances, concerns and suggestions regarding their challenges with the police and general policing in the country.
In the end, various issues regarding copyright, piracy, profiling of musicians, event security and collaborative content for the police TV among others, were discussed.
In the end, the IGP and POMAB resolved to involve creatives in content creation for Police TV.
Additionally, they promised to reinforce security at events, particularly after the events when the audience is dispersed and waiting for means of transportation to their destinations.
To ensure intellectual property rights were respected, they resolved to collaborate with Collective Management Organisations (CMOs) to enforce copyright laws.
On the issue of profiling of musicians by the police especially those in dreadlocks, they assured of a cordial relationship.
George Akuffo- Dampare added that all the issues raised would be properly addressed.
The IGP and POMAB in 2021 instituted the annual meeting with players in the creative sector to understand their concerns and address them.
Musicians Union of Ghana (MUSIGA) President, Bessa Simons, GHAMRO boss, Rex Omar, Abrantie Amakye Dede, Gyedu Blay Ambolley, Amandzeba Nat Brew, Akosua Agyapong, Medikal were all present at the meeting.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Accra’s creative industry is preparing for one of the most ambitious film projects in recent Ghanaian cinema as award winning filmmaker Big Ghun and acclaimed media personality and producer Doreen Avio officially open auditions for their upcoming feature film, Scarlett Unveiled.
The highly anticipated auditions will take place on Saturday, May 23, 2026, from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM at MCB Studios, Lapaz Tabora, with actors of all ages invited to participate.
Presented by PB Studios Africa, Scarlett Unveiled is a bold and emotionally charged Ghanaian creative project.
The project is expected to resonate strongly with young audiences in Ghana and across the diaspora..
The production is being developed in collaboration with the Embassy of Switzerland in Ghana, which is supporting the project’s executive launch.
Renowned textile brand Woodin has also come on board as the official clothing partner, while MCB Studios is serving as a support partner for the audition process.
According to Big Ghun, known for directing internationally recognized projects such as Koro (One), Leaked, and Vibes the Movie, Scarlett Unveiled is designed to become a landmark cultural production that will travel from cinema screens to schools and global platforms.
Producer Doreen Avio, one of Ghana’s most respected media personalities and event hosts, says the project aims to discover both established and emerging actors who can bring authenticity and emotional depth to the story.
She added that “This is more than an audition,” the producers say. “It is an opportunity for talented individuals to become part of a one of a kind Ghanaian story with the potential to inspire audiences around the world.”
Interested participants are encouraged to come with a passport sized photograph and be prepared to showcase their talent and confidence before the casting team.
With an award winning creative team, respected institutional partners, and a story rooted in truth and transformation, Scarlett Unveiled is shaping up to be one of Ghana’s most significant cinematic undertakings in the coming year.
Parliament has confirmed that the Member of Parliament for Asante Akyem North, Kwame Ohene Frimpong, has been detained at Schiphol Airport in Amsterdam, Netherlands.
In a statement signed by the Clerk to Parliament, Ebenezer Ahumah Djietror, Parliament said the incident had been brought to the attention of the House leadership.
According to the statement, the Speaker of Parliament and the leadership of the House are currently in contact with Ghana’s Mission in The Hague to gather detailed information about the matter.
Parliament, however, did not disclose the reasons behind the MP’s detention.
“The public will be duly informed appropriately on this matter,” the statement added.
By: Jacob Aggrey
