Popular Ghanaian musician, Mzbel, has shared her disappointment at being snubbed for a government appointment despite her active support for the National Democratic Congress (NDC) during the election campaign.
While the new administration has offered several of her colleagues in the creative industry roles, Mzbel says she has yet to receive any such offer, even though she worked tirelessly to help the NDC secure victory.
In an interview with Graphic Showbiz, Mzbel admitted that she would likely decline any appointment if offered, citing her desire to avoid public scrutiny and maintain her peace of mind.
“The truth is, I would turn down an appointment even if the president called me because I value my peace of mind. I don’t want people to attribute my success to politics because I work very hard.
“For example, if I travel for my show, people will say, ‘She’s using taxpayers’ money. Politics has made her who she is.’ I don’t want that,” she said.
Despite her reluctance to accept a role, Mzbel expressed her disappointment at being overlooked.
“I’m disappointed that some of my colleagues have been given appointments, but I haven’t even been contacted. Considering how much I’ve been bullied, insulted, and even threatened because of my support for the NDC.
“It’s disheartening that now that the party is in power, Mzbel has been forgotten. No one has bothered to reach out to me,” she said.
She added, “I don’t even know how these appointments are being made. Maybe people submit their resumes or lobby through influential connections, but at least a call to make an offer wouldn’t have hurt.”
