BoG dismisses political claims over meeting with content creators

The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has pushed back against claims that a group of X (formerly Twitter) content creators who recently met with the central bank have political ties, stressing that their engagement was purely professional.

The clarification comes after a meeting on April 22, 2026, where the creators raised concerns about ongoing delays in accessing earnings from the platform.

In a statement issued on May 4, 2026, the BoG said the discussions were focused on finding solutions to payment challenges affecting the creators, many of whom rely on digital platforms as a key source of income.

“We state categorically that this group has no political affiliation. They engaged the Bank solely as concerned content creators seeking a practical resolution to a legitimate issue,” the central bank stated.

The BoG acknowledged the concerns and said measures are being implemented to significantly cut down the time it takes for such payments to be processed.

It further explained that the funds are classified as export proceeds under Ghana’s financial regulations, meaning they are subject to foreign exchange requirements.

“The Bank of Ghana is working with all relevant parties to remove bottlenecks and ensure a seamless process for legitimate beneficiaries,” the statement added.

The central bank also reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the country’s expanding digital economy, noting that smoother access to earnings from international platforms is essential for driving innovation and digital entrepreneurship.

Delays in receiving payments have increasingly become a concern for Ghanaian content creators, underscoring broader challenges within the financial system regarding cross-border digital income flows.

Source: Citi Business News