Courtesy Call on Foreign Affairs Minister by Nana Aba Anamoah Sparks Mixed Reactions Online

Courtesy Call on Foreign Affairs Minister by Nana Aba Anamoah Sparks Mixed Reactions Online

A courtesy visit by award-winning broadcast journalist and Women of Valour founder, Nana Aba Anamoah, to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Hon. Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has generated divided reactions on social media, particularly among politically engaged users.

The meeting, which took place at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Accra, was made public through a Facebook post by the minister, who shared photographs from the engagement and praised Nana Aba Anamoah for her work in championing women’s leadership.

In his post, Hon. Ablakwa described Nana Aba as a “woman of valour” and pledged the ministry’s support for the international expansion of the Women of Valour initiative, a platform that celebrates and empowers women making impact across various sectors. The next global edition of the event is scheduled to take place in London later this year.

Social Media Reactions Split

Shortly after the post was published, the comment section became a battleground of opinions, with reactions sharply divided.

Some commenters welcomed the interaction, describing it as a positive example of collaboration between government and civil society. They argued that initiatives focused on women’s empowerment deserved institutional backing regardless of political considerations.

However, a section of social media users — many identifying as supporters of the governing National Democratic Congress (NDC) — expressed discomfort with the visit. Critics referenced Nana Aba Anamoah’s past political commentary and public positions, questioning the timing and optics of the engagement.

Several comments cautioned the minister to “be careful” in his associations, while others accused the media personality of political opportunism. The criticism largely focused on perceived past tensions between Nana Aba and some NDC supporters, rather than the stated purpose of the visit.

Supporters Urge Broader Perspective

Defenders of the courtesy call pushed back against the criticism, urging Ghanaians to separate partisan politics from national development and social advocacy. They noted that Nana Aba Anamoah’s work through Women of Valour has consistently highlighted women’s leadership, philanthropy, and community impact, both locally and internationally.

Supporters also argued that public officials engaging respected civil society leaders enhances Ghana’s image and promotes inclusive national dialogue.

Public Figures Under the Spotlight

The episode underscores the increasingly blurred lines between media, activism, and politics in Ghana’s public space, where interactions involving high-profile personalities often attract intense scrutiny.