Veteran traditional musician, King Ayisoba, has said he deserves to be honoured with a diplomatic passport just as was done for some five creatives.
In an interview with broadcaster Kafui Dey, with a snippet shared via X on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, the ‘I Want To See You My Father’ hitmaker noted considering his commitment and promotion of Ghanaian traditional songs globally, he believes the same recognition should be extended to him.
However, he noted that he is not bothered by the recognition given to those who received the diplomatic passports, acknowledging that they have all contributed to promoting Ghana globally in their various fields.
“For me, the people who received the diplomatic passports, I cannot say they don’t deserve it. Because Rocky Dawuni has worked hard. It is not easy to be nominated for a Grammy, so he deserves it.
“But I hope they will also think about me because when it comes to Ghanaian music traditions, if they will be truthful, I’m one of the best,” King Ayisoba said.
The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, announced the diplomatic passports for the five creatives, noting that their individual works have promoted the unity of African people around the world, hence the recognition to aid them to do more.
The five creatives who were honoured with the diplomatic passport represent different branches of Ghana’s cultural and creative expression: travel vlogger Wode Maya, Grammy-nominated reggae artiste Rocky Dawuni, broadcaster Anita Erskine, visual artist Ibrahim Mahama, and entrepreneur Dentaa Amoateng MBE.
They have also been designated as ambassadors to promote the 2025 Diaspora Summit, which will take place in Ghana from December 17th to 20th.
Diplomatic passports are traditionally reserved for Ghanaian government officials, diplomats, and envoys travelling abroad on state assignments. They are granted by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on behalf of the President and entitle holders to diplomatic privileges and, in some cases, visa exemptions.
