Ghanaian reggae and dancehall heavyweight Samini has officially been sworn in as the Student Representative Council (SRC) President of the Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA), marking a historic moment where mainstream entertainment meets academic leadership.
The musician, known for his decades-long influence in Ghana’s music industry, took office amid applause from students and faculty members who described his victory as both symbolic and transformative. Samini’s election has sparked national conversations about leadership, youth participation, and the evolving role of entertainers in governance.
In his inaugural address, Samini pledged to prioritize student welfare, creative arts development, and skills empowerment, particularly for students pursuing careers in music, film, media, and digital entrepreneurship. He emphasized that creativity should be treated as a serious economic driver, not merely a hobby.
Observers believe Samini’s SRC presidency could inspire more creatives to pursue leadership roles within academic and civic spaces. Many students have expressed optimism that his industry connections will open doors for mentorship programs, internships, and collaborations between academia and Ghana’s creative economy.
