Wiyaala Criticizes VGMA for Lack of Inclusivity

The Vodafone Ghana Music Awards (VGMA) is undoubtedly one of the biggest and most prestigious music awards events in Ghana. Every year, the event brings together some of the country's finest musicians to celebrate their achievements in the music industry. However, not everyone is happy with the way things are being run.

Wiyaala, a talented musician from the north of Ghana, has recently voiced her concerns about the VGMA. In a recent interview, she explained that she has not been entering the awards because she does not believe she meets the criteria. According to Wiyaala, the rules and regulations state that a song must be played on all radio stations across the country for a period to be considered for an award.

Wiyaala believes that this rule is unfair to musicians from the north of Ghana. She argues that while Southern music is played on Northern radio stations, the reverse is not true. Therefore, northern musicians are at a disadvantage when it comes to meeting the VGMA's criteria. Additionally, she believes that the VGMA is biased towards southern musicians and that the event is heavily focused on activities in Accra.

Despite her concerns, Wiyaala does not have a problem with the VGMA itself. She acknowledges that it is an organization with rules and regulations and that it is trying to involve all musicians in the country. However, she believes that the VGMA needs to be more inclusive of musicians from all regions of Ghana.

Wiyaala's criticisms of the VGMA are not unfounded. While the VGMA has done a lot to promote Ghanaian music, there is a need for more representation of musicians from all regions of the country. The VGMA must take into account the challenges faced by musicians from different regions when setting its criteria for awards.

Wiyaala's comments highlight the need for more inclusivity in the VGMA. The event should be open to musicians from all regions of Ghana, and the criteria for awards should be designed to take into account the unique challenges faced by musicians in different parts of the country. While there is a long way to go, the VGMA can take steps to address these concerns and ensure that it truly represents the best of Ghanaian music.