Former French Ambassador to Ghana Anne-Sophie Ave has spoken out against the continuous comparison of Ghanaian and Nigerian artists.
In an interview with Andy Dosty on Daybreak Hitz, Ave said that the comparison is “unfair” and “does not make sense.”
She argued that Nigeria has had a head start in the African music industry due to its larger population, but that Ghanaian artists should not be discouraged by this.
“Nigeria is paving the way, is opening the doors for the entire African continent,” Ave said. “But that doesn’t mean that Ghanaian artists cannot be successful. They just need to be more focused on promoting themselves across the continent and globally.”
Ave also encouraged Ghanaian artists to use their diaspora communities to their advantage. “The diasporas are a point of entry into the country, but you have to go beyond that and conquer the entire world,” she said.
Ave’s comments come at a time when Ghanaian and Nigerian artists are increasingly competing for international attention.
In recent years, Nigerian artists like Wizkid, Davido, and Burna Boy have achieved mainstream success in the United States and Europe. However, Ghanaian artists like Sarkodie, Shatta Wale, and Stonebwoy are also gaining traction on the global stage.
The comparison of Ghanaian and Nigerian artists is a complex issue. There are many factors that contribute to the success of an artist, including talent, marketing, and luck.
