Creatives are not unserious people; apologize for your condescending remark—Habib Iddrisu told

Some section of Ghanaians are calling on the first Deputy Minority Chief Whip Habib Iddrisu to apologize to people in the movie and creative industry over his comments to John Dumelo during his vetting.

Habib Iddrisu is on record having asked John Dumelo to realize that being a Deputy Minister is a serious business, and so he should not think he is still in his movie industry.

“If you go to the Ministry, try to assist your Minister. The Ministry is huge, and you should not try to jump the gun,” Iddrisu advised, highlighting the complexity of the agricultural sector and the need for teamwork.

He further reminded Dumelo that his new position required a different level of dedication and professionalism compared to his previous career in the entertainment industry.

“And also note that when you go to the Ministry, you are not in your movie industry as you are. Try to be as serious as you can so that you can be able to assist your Minister to succeed,” Iddrisu stated.

But Ghanaians in the creative space have expressed concern over what they describe as a condescending comment by the Member of Parliament.

They are of the view that he ought to apologize to the industry for the utter disrespect for the work they do.