The engagement highlighted the role of the arts in promoting cultural identity and national development.

At the meeting, Lekzy and Foster shared their perspectives on how comedy and performance can be used to spark dialogue on social and cultural issues.

Also in attendance was Albert Bondah, a dedicated publicist and culture promoter.

In his speech, Sam George highlighted the importance of prioritising local languages in education, particularly in the Greater Accra Region.

He noted that cultural identity is best strengthened through practical measures such as language teaching in schools rather than symbolic gestures.

The creative personalities expressed appreciation for the opportunity to engage with the Minister and extended an invitation to their upcoming comedy special, FBI, slated for 27th September 2025.

The Minister pledged his support and encouraged them to continue using their platforms to inspire and entertain while promoting national values.

Source: Joyentertainment

In a recent Facebook post, the comedian expressed surprise at the thriving business of music piracy after observing unauthorised vendors selling CDs and pen drives loaded with local songs in traffic. He noted that several motorists were seen purchasing the pirated content.

“If people are out here selling musicians’ songs on CDs and pen drives and I just saw a few cars actually buying from one guy, then why aren’t musicians themselves selling CDs anymore?” he asked.

He added that the dominance of streaming platforms has not reached all sections of the public and insisted that physical formats still hold value.

“Charley, not everyone understands this streaming thing, so others are cashing in big time,” Lekzy wrote.

His post has stoked debate on the relevance of CDs in the Ghanaian music industry, especially at a time when piracy remains rampant and streaming royalties are still relatively low for many artistes.

Some industry players argue that CDs may no longer be trendy, but they are still a valid and potentially profitable distribution tool.

Music producer and sound engineer Kaywa had previously stated that physical copies of albums offer an intimate connection with fans and can be sold at events to create memorable experiences. Similarly, veteran musician Akosua Agyapong once noted that CDs, when properly branded, serve as collector’s items and contribute to merchandise revenue.

Another creative personality who has been very vocal about not discarding CDs and pen drives in music and movie productions is filmmaker Socrate Safo.

Safo, the former Director for Creative Arts at the National Commission on Culture, once emphasised the profitability of physical formats.

He said, “Compare the profit musicians gain from 100 people streaming your music to how much you earn from selling CDs and you will realise that CD sales are more profitable. Consumers are still there.”

About a week ago, a popular radio presenter also took to Facebook to mock up-and-coming artiste Wan‑O for selling his music at the Accra Mall—a comment that sparked backlash from fans who argued that grassroots sales are part of the hustle and should be encouraged.

Despite the surge in digital platforms such as Spotify, Apple Music, Audiomack, and Boomplay, the issue of access and digital literacy remains a challenge in Ghana. Many consumers either lack the know-how or the internet bandwidth to engage with streaming fully, making physical sales a potentially untapped market.