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Tourism Ministry refutes social media claims against Dzifa Gomashie, demands apology over false allegations
The Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts has responded to allegations made by a social media personality against the sector minister, describing them as false and misleading.
In a statement issued by the Public Relations Unit and signed by the head of Public Relations Delassie Mabel Awuku, the Ministry said the claims sought to portray the Minister, madam Dzifa Gomashie, as disrespectful and unprofessional, an image it described as completely inaccurate.
The Ministry stated that the Minister has consistently demonstrated humility, dedication, and a strong work ethic in her service to the nation.
It added that her engagements with stakeholders, industry players, and the general public have always been marked by openness and mutual respect.
“The attempt to damage her reputation is not only regrettable but also undermines the efforts of the Ministry and all who serve the creative sector with pride,” the statement noted.
The Ministry urged the public to be cautious about individuals who promote sensationalism for attention at the expense of facts.
It encouraged Ghanaians to disregard such narratives and continue supporting the Ministry’s mission to promote and preserve Ghana’s tourism, culture, and creative arts.
The Ministry further demanded an unqualified apology from the social media personality, stating that the false claims had affected both the Minister and senior officials of the Ministry.
While reaffirming its commitment to transparency and constructive dialogue, the Ministry warned that it would not tolerate falsehoods meant to cause division or distraction.
Background
The Ministry’s response was triggered by a widely circulated video on social media in which a young content creator alleged that Hon. Dzifa Gomashie was rude and dismissive during a recent creative industry engagement. The individual claimed the Minister refused to engage with participants and showed little interest in concerns raised by creatives.
By: Jacob Aggrey
The Diaspora Affairs Office at the Office of the President has hosted a delegation of African diaspora women who are in Ghana ahead of a planned Presidential Conferment of Citizenship ceremony.
The Director of Diaspora Affairs, Kofi Okyere Darko, explained in a Facebook post that the visit was a gesture of appreciation by the delegation to the Government of Ghana for its continued efforts to reconnect Africans in the diaspora with their ancestral homeland.
He indicated that the ceremony, scheduled for next Monday, will officially grant Ghanaian citizenship to members of the delegation as part of the country’s broader engagement with the African diaspora.
The delegation was led by Erica Bennett, Founder of the Diaspora Africa Forum.
According to Mr Okyere Darko, her years of advocacy have played an important role in strengthening ties between Africa and people of African descent living abroad.
He noted that the group’s journey towards citizenship represents not only a legal process but also a cultural and spiritual return to their roots.
Also present at the meeting was Natalie Jackson, an attorney who is also expected to receive Ghanaian citizenship during the ceremony. She works closely with renowned civil rights lawyer Ben Crump.
Mr Okyere Darko emphasised that Ghana remains committed to strengthening relationships with the African diaspora and promoting unity, identity, and shared heritage among people of African descent worldwide.
By: Jacob Aggrey
Ghana Tourism Authority is leading Ghana’s participation at ITB Berlin, which opened in Berlin with a vibrant national pavilion highlighting Ghana’s rich cultural heritage, tourism destinations and investment opportunities.
March 5 has been designated as Ghana Day, a special platform to promote Ghana’s languages, cuisine, Kente, festivals and business prospects to the global tourism community. The stand has already drawn strong interest with traditional arts and crafts displays, immersive multimedia presentations and popular Ghanaian snacks.
Seven private-sector players are exhibiting alongside government officials as part of efforts to deepen trade partnerships, expand market access, and attract investment across the hospitality, heritage tourism, ecotourism, and creative arts sectors.
Ahead of the official opening, the Ghana delegation also engaged young Ghanaian investors in Germany in collaboration with V Afrika-Verein and the Ghana Embassy, strengthening diaspora investment linkages and highlighting opportunities within the tourism value chain.
Ghana’s coordinated presence at ITB Berlin 2026 reinforces its strategy to position the country as the Gateway to Africa and a competitive destination for leisure travel and global investment.
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