Veteran highlife musician, Rex Omar has expressed that he is not disappointed in not being nominated for a ministerial role in President John Mahama’s administration.

According to the musician, his primary focus during the election campaign was to support the National Democratic Congress (NDC), and he did not expect anything more.

Before President Mahama officially nominated Dzifa Gomashie as the Minister-Designate for Tourism, Arts, and Culture, some industry insiders had speculated that Rex Omar might be a strong candidate for the role, or even for a deputy position.

However, in an interview, Rex Omar made it clear that he harbored no disappointment over the decision.

“I’m not disappointed that I was not selected for the role. I was given a task to support the campaign, and that task is now complete. I have not called anyone to reward me for that.”
Rex Omar

Rex went on to express his full support for Dzifa Gomashie’s appointment, describing it as a positive step.

He commended the President’s choices, noting that many of the appointees, including Gomashie, had previously served as deputy ministers, which positions them well to make an impact in their new roles.

“If you analyze the appointments of President Mahama, you’ll notice that nearly all the appointees have served as deputy ministers in the past. This puts them, and Dzifa especially, in a strong position to make a real difference.”
Rex Omar

With Dzifa Gomashie set to lead the Ministry of Tourism, Arts, and Culture, many political and entertainment pundits are speculating that Rex Omar could still be considered for a deputy ministerial role shortly.

However, for now, the musician has reaffirmed that his focus remains on supporting the NDC and the work ahead.

Moreover, acknowledging the support from industry players and well-wishers, Dzifa Gomashie pledged to justify the confidence placed in her and encouraged collaborative efforts to advance the sector.

Ghana Culture Forum Congratulates Dzifa Gomashie

Dzifa Gomashie, Minister-Designate for Tourism, Culture, and Creative Arts. — Dzifa Gomashie

The Ghana Culture Forum (GCF) congratulated Abla Dzifa Gomashie (MP) on her nomination as the Minister-Designate for Tourism, Culture, and Creative Arts.

In a statement issued, GCF urged the Appointment Committee to offer her favorable consideration, expressing confidence in her nomination.

It emphasized Dzifa Gomashie’s long-time dedication to Ghana’s artistic and cultural landscape, starting with her theater arts program, which has made her a vital member of the creative community.

“It is evident that Dzifa’s transition into the political arena was motivated by her genuine concern for the state of culture and the creative sector
“As a passionate creative individual with a deep understanding of the sector, GCF believes she possesses significant insights that will aid in advancing our collective goals.”
The statement

The statement expressed optimism about two key factors—the existing processes and the people in charge of them, that will have a significant impact on her success as Minister.

“The agenda for the cultural sector is forward-looking, and we trust that both the machinery and its operators will be well-equipped to meet the challenges ahead.”
The statement

As the government’s representative for the cultural sector, GCF encouraged her to consider taking the following steps to address key problems facing the creative industry.

GCF wants Dzifa Gomashie to establish a comprehensive framework for the culture and creative sector while empowering relevant state institutions for effective management.

GCF urged her to conduct a thorough audit of existing legislation and legal frameworks governing the culture and creative sector to ensure alignment and coherence with the established framework. “We wish you great success in your upcoming vetting process and look forward to realizing our shared vision for the development of Ghana’s culture and creative sector,” the statement added.