The recent news of Meek Mill deleting his music video containing footage from the Jubilee House, the official residence of the President of Ghana, has caused quite a stir among music and political fans alike.
The video, which was released earlier this month, featured a scene of the rapper walking through the hallways of the Jubilee House and was deemed inappropriate by many due to its explicit content.
The decision to delete the video was made after the Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture of Ghana, Hon. Catherine Afeku, wrote a letter to the rapper expressing her disappointment and calling him to take immediate action to take down the video. In her letter, she stated that the video was not only in bad taste but also disrespectful to the President, the people of Ghana and the government.
Meek Mill has since responded to the controversy by issuing an apology and deleting the video. He released a statement on social media saying that he was unaware of the history and culture of the Jubilee House and that he never intended to disrespect anyone.
He went on to say that he is a strong supporter of African culture and that he has a deep respect for the people of Ghana.
The whole incident has sparked a debate about the cultural sensitivity of artists in the entertainment industry. It is important for all professionals, particularly in the music industry, to be aware of the different cultures and customs of the countries they visit.
Meek Mill’s decision to delete his video serves as a reminder to all artists to be mindful of where they shoot their music videos and to take the necessary steps to ensure that their content does not offend anyone.