Ghanaian musician and media personality, Blakk Rasta, recently shared in an interview that he turned down an offer of American citizenship from former President Barack Obama.
According to Blakk Rasta, Obama made the offer during his visit to Ghana, but he declined, stating that accepting American citizenship would mean abandoning his dedication to serving his home country.
During the interview with Property FM, Blakk Rasta expressed his belief that staying in Ghana and working towards fixing the country was more important to him than accepting the offer of American citizenship.
He stated, “When Obama came to Ghana he offered me the opportunity to become an American citizen, but I told him that when I accept to be an American citizen, God will punish me.
Because God brought me to Ghana and I should do all that I can to fix this country in my small way so if I run to stay in America, God will whip me that day.”
Blakk Rasta also voiced his frustrations with the political situation in Ghana, stating, “Most of our problems are from the politicians because for them a call to service is a call to looting such that you’ve been called to help develop the country, but you are just stealing.
That is why I’m angry because I have young children, and when I watch them sleeping, it hurts me that they’ll grow and come and inherit this sick economy.”
In conclusion, Blakk Rasta emphasized the importance of speaking out against corruption and inefficiency in Ghana, rather than seeking refuge abroad.
His decision to decline the offer of American citizenship from Obama showcases his commitment to serving his country and working towards positive change.
