Ghanaian gospel singer and songwriter Kofi Karikari has added his voice to the growing call for stronger enforcement of copyright laws in Ghana.
Speaking on Ahotor Mmre with Obaapa Janee, today Friday, 23rd January 2026, the award-winning musician expressed concern over how songs are freely used across media platforms without proper compensation to creators.
“I want copyright to work well in Ghana because songs are playing for free. A radio station, for example, has to pay for songs being played,” Kofi Karikari stated.
According to him, music production is not cheap, and artists invest heavily in recording, promotion, and music videos—yet often see little or no financial return from airplay.
“People spend money to record songs and videos, among other things,” he added, stressing that creatives deserve to benefit from their hard work.
Kofi Karikari’s comments highlight a long-standing issue in Ghana’s music industry, where weak copyright enforcement continues to affect both gospel and secular artists.
He noted that proper royalty systems would not only support musicians financially but also encourage higher standards and sustainability in the industry.
Music has value, and creators deserve fair compensation—Kofi Karikari’s message is unmistakably clear.