Popular TV host Captain Smart has come under intense criticism on social media, with many netizens alleging that he instigated the recent violence at the gold mines in Obuasi, which resulted in the deaths of 15 civilians.
The controversy surrounding Captain Smart began when an old video of him surfaced, in which he appears to be urging the youth to take matters into their own hands and seek daily survival at the gold mines.
The video, which was recorded during one of his TV broadcasts, has been widely shared on social media, with many Ghanaians expressing outrage and disappointment over his alleged comments.
Among those who have criticized Captain Smart is his colleague journalist, who took to her social media handle to question why he would make such comments on live television. “Why would Captain Smart say such a thing on TV?” she asked. “Does he not realize the potential consequences of his words?”
The criticism of Captain Smart comes in the wake of the violent clashes between the Obuasi youths and the gold mines, which resulted in the loss of 15 lives. The incident has sparked widespread condemnation, with many calling for calm and restraint.
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Source: OccupyGh.com
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