Million-Dollar Discrepancy: GBC and Sports Ministry at Odds Over African Games Coverage Funds

A shocking discrepancy has emerged between the Ghana Broadcasting Corporation (GBC) and the Sports Ministry regarding the payment for the 2023 African Games coverage. While Sports Minister Mustapha Ussif claims that the government paid GBC over $3 million, GBC Director-General Prof. Amin Alhassan vehemently denies this, stating that the broadcaster received only $105,000.

This significant disparity has sparked public debate and raised 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 raises concerns about transparency in government spending. The public demands answers, and an investigation into this matter is necessary to clear up the discrepancies and ensure accountability.