I’ll Join ‘Dumsor’ Protest Only If I’m Paid – Comedian Waris
Comedian Waris has caused some controversy by stating that he will only participate in any planned demonstration against the ongoing power outages, known as dumsor, if he is paid.
He made it clear on United Showbiz on UTV that if there is no financial incentive, he will not join the protest, even for a worthy cause.
Waris suggested that those organizing the demonstration may have received funding from influential political figures, and therefore, he believes he should receive his fair share before getting involved.
He views the protest as a business partnership rather than a service to the country. He stated:
If they call me and there is money, then it is for a good course. For a good course, there is light for us to work and get money. If they call me and tell me they want to partner with my brand I will join them. Fixing the light is a good course and it’s the lord’s work. My issue is that if I’m selected then I’ll have to be paid.
Let’s say for example if I decide to join Ola Micheal for a demonstration, I will have to take money before I present myself for such a demonstration. This is because I don’t know where Ola passed and the kind of money he has taken from the powers that be to organize such a demonstration.
Meanwhile, Yvonne Nelson reached out to Franklin Cudjoe m, the head of IMANI Ghana last week, seeking his support for a new protest against the ongoing power outages, commonly known as dumsor.
The renowned actress and filmmaker made a name for herself in the political arena when she successfully organized a massive demonstration in 2015 during the tenure of John Dramani Mahama.
Now, she is planning to stage another protest and hopes to collaborate with IMANI Ghana to recreate the impact they had years ago.
In a tweet, Yvonne Nelson revealed that IMANI Ghana had supported her previous dumsor protest and she desires the same level of support against the current government.
According to her, the present administration has failed to adequately address their concerns and, even worse, is taking the Ghanaian people for granted by neglecting the dumsor situation.
