African Games Payment Scandal: GBC and Sports Ministry Embroiled in Million-Dollar Discrepancy

A shocking discrepancy has emerged between the Ghana Broadcasting Corporation (GBC) and the Sports Ministry over payment for the 2023 African Games coverage, sparking a heated debate about transparency in government spending.

According to Sports Minister Mustapha Ussif, the government paid GBC a whopping $3 million for its role as the official broadcaster of the Games. However, GBC Director-General Prof. Amin Alhassan has vehemently denied this claim, stating that the broadcaster received a mere $105,000 for the coverage.

This staggering disparity has raised eyebrows and prompted questions about the management of public funds. The GBC has clarified that the received amount was used to offset costs incurred due to the suspension of regular programming to accommodate the Games’ coverage.

The incident highlights a potential miscommunication or error in financial reporting and underscores concerns about transparency in government spending. As the controversy unfolds, one thing is clear – something doesn’t add up.

Stay tuned for further updates on this developing story!