Ghanaian content creators criticized their latest YouTube video release. Scanty SZN, Wode Maya, and Kwadwo Sheldon worked together on this road trip vlog. Furthermore, Latif Abubakar also joined the traveling group. They showed their trip from Accra to Tamale. Consequently, the group stated the 600-kilometer journey took 100 hours. The video quickly grabbed strong attention; in addition, it caused much talk. However, the promotional image caused instant problems. The video’s thumbnail showed a very dusty, unpaved road. Many critics on X swiftly voiced their upset about this image. Specifically, they felt the creators used a very misleading picture. They strongly suggested the image pushed bad ideas about northern Ghana. Nevertheless, paved highways cover much of the real driving route.
Therefore, the visual immediately drew claims of ethnic bias. Critics firmly believe the creators made the region look underdeveloped. Indeed, this feeling quickly set off talks about media practices in Ghana. Moreover, this discussion centers on how media presents different regions. Conversely, some viewers actively defended the content. They praised the creators for boosting travel within the country. Also, they pointed to the video’s high fun factor. Kwadwo Sheldon, a well-known YouTuber, makes cultural content. He wanted to show the nation’s many different cultures.
Furthermore, the team said the long trip time came from many stops. They spent extra time eating local food and facing travel hurdles. For example, the group showed troubles like police checks and ferry delays. Truly, they made a simple short drive into a longer adventure. This choice aimed to show places not often seen in Ghanaian media. Ghanaian content creators criticized the journey’s stated duration. Consequently, this became part of the wider talk about overstating facts for views. The video got over 12,000 views very soon after posting. This success shows the growing creator economy in Ghana. Meanwhile, the creators also asked for new stories from northern viewers. The project promoted sponsors like PSG Auto and Jupy. Yet, the main problem remains sensitivity and the confusing image, keeping the debate active online.
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