Veteran Ghanaian musician Akosua Agyapong has levelled serious allegations against the Ghana Music Rights Organisation (GHAMRO) and its former Chief Executive Officer, Rex Omar, popularly known as Obour, accusing them of withholding royalties due musicians.
Speaking publicly about her concerns, Akosua Agyapong claimed that many Ghanaian musicians have been consistently short-changed, alleging that royalties collected on their behalf have not been fairly or transparently distributed. According to her, the situation has left several artistes struggling financially despite their works being widely used across media platforms and public spaces.
She questioned GHAMRO’s accountability mechanisms and demanded greater transparency in how royalties are collected, managed, and paid out to rights holders. Akosua Agyapong further alleged that leadership under Obour failed to adequately protect the interests of musicians, insisting that artistes deserve clear records and timely payments for the use of their intellectual property.
The outspoken musician emphasized that her comments were motivated by a desire to see fairness restored in the music industry, noting that many artistes depend on royalties as a major source of income. She called on relevant authorities to investigate GHAMRO’s operations and ensure that musicians receive what is rightfully theirs.
GHAMRO and Obour have previously denied similar allegations made by some artistes, maintaining that royalty distributions are conducted in accordance with established systems and available resources. As of the time of this report, neither GHAMRO nor Obour has issued a fresh response specifically addressing Akosua Agyapong’s claims.
The allegations have reignited public debate about transparency, governance, and accountability within Ghana’s creative arts sector, with many industry players calling for reforms to restore trust and protect musicians’ livelihoods.
