Renowned Ghanaian entrepreneur and founder of the New Force Movement, Nana Kwame Bediako, recently declared his intention to run for the presidency in Ghana, sparking both interest and controversy.
However, the government’s response to Bediako’s aspirations has raised eyebrows, with the cancellation of two significant events and allegations of tax evasion. These incidents have led to speculation about the government’s motives and whether they harbor concerns about Bediako’s potential impact on the political landscape.
Government’s Response to Bediako’s Aspirations:
The government’s apparent lack of enthusiasm for Cheddar’s presidential aspirations became evident during “The Convention,” an event scheduled for January 7th. The event, intended to officially introduce The founder of the “New Force Movement” as a presidential candidate, where he shares his vision for the country was abruptly canceled by the government. The cancellation, attributed to its coinciding with Constitution Day, raised questions about whether this was a deliberate attempt to stifle Cheddar’s political debut.
Further indications of the government’s reservations surfaced when an interview scheduled with GTV Ghana on January 17th was abruptly canceled, reportedly by order from the authorities. This unexpected cancellation has fueled public speculation about the government’s intentions, with some suggesting it may be an attempt to hinder Cheddar’s presidential ambitions or an indication of fear surrounding his potential political influence.
Allegations of Tax Evasion
In a surprising turn of events, the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has reportedly penalized Bediako for alleged tax evasion. According to a reliable source at GRA, Bediako faces a fine of GH₵50,000.00 for his failure to file personal income tax returns from 2013 to 2016. Despite settling a substantial sum between 2018 and 2020, the GRA has claimed that Bediako failed to file returns for the post-2020 period.
For the years 2021-2022, GRA estimates Cheddar’s tax assessment to be GH₵2,088,228 and GH₵5,096,536, respectively, including penalties for his continued failure to file personal income tax returns. The timing of these allegations, coupled with the government’s response to Bediako’s political activities, raises questions about whether this is a concerted effort to discourage or frustrate his presidential aspirations.
Frequent Questions Asked By Ghanaians
As netizens in Ghana ponder the government’s actions, several questions arise. Is the government genuinely concerned about Bediako’s potential impact on the political landscape? Was the cancellation of the interview and events, along with the GRA’s pursuit of tax evasion claims, a strategic move to dissuade or undermine Bediako’s presidential ambitions?
These developments have fueled public speculation about whether there is something distinctive about Bediako that has caught the government’s attention. The unfolding scenario has prompted citizens to seek clarity on the motives behind these actions, questioning whether they are indicative of genuine concerns or attempts to hinder Bediako’s political aspirations.
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