Popular Gospel musician, Ohemaa Mercy, has raised a concern about corporate Ghana not supporting Gospel events in the country.
She underscored how Gospel events are struggling when speaking with Graphic Showbiz ahead of this year’s Tehillah Experience.
According to her, most Gospel events are on ‘life support’—and need to be rescued.
If corporate Ghana does not support, Ohemaa said these events may not survive.
“For me, I think corporate institutions don’t really understand the business of gospel music. Oftentimes, they believe they shouldn’t meddle in religious activities. So it’s not even about it being a Christian event,” she stated.
“However, the situation is really dire because a lot goes into getting a good production for an event and here is the case where we mostly struggle to get corporate sponsorship.
“Meanwhile, the few that are probably willing to come on board may not be able to do so because certain brands cannot be associated with God’s business.
“There are restrictions and all these are working against us, putting most gospel events on ‘life support’ because of huge financial burdens. Whereas our colleague secular artistes are grabbing all the big sponsorships even though we sometimes put together better shows,” Ohemaa Mercy added.
Though it is difficult to organize Gospel events without sponsorship, she advised her colleagues not to give up.
“Embracing your calling is crucial as an up-and-coming artiste. When you understand your purpose and God’s plan for you, you’ll recognise that challenges are a natural part of the journey. These challenges foster maturity and growth.
“Instead of resisting them, accept them as opportunities for self-improvement, whether financial or otherwise. Remember, God’s intention is to refine and elevate you, not to hinder or embarrass you so keep going even without sponsorship,” the multiple-award-wining Gospel artiste averred.
She was however grateful to all those who have been supporting her over the years to make her event, Tehillah Experience a success.
“We’re thrilled to have Frytol and Telecel on board this year as sponsors, along with several generous individuals who are also supporting us”, Ohemaa added.
Themed “Tehillah The Bethel Experience”, this year’s event by Ohemaa Mercy will be held at the Oil Dome, Royal House Chapel International in Accra on Saturday, September 8, 2024.
Source: Zionfelex
