Ghanaian artist, Stonebwoy, has lambasted critics of his recent outbursts over the $150 coronavirus test fee at the Kotoka International Airport (KIA).
Stonebwoy had pleaded with government to consider reducing the amount for all arriving passengers at the airport.
The singer made this call after a return from a trip to an African country.
Passengers who arrive at the airport as part of COVID-19 protocols must take a test at the cost of $150 per person.
Stonebwoy stated that December is around the corner and many Ghanaians would love to return home.
In his view, many people might not be able to afford the cost of the Covid-19 test in these hard times.
Stonebwoy begged for a reduction in the cost of the test so a lot of people can afford.
He also questioned why returnees who have had a negative result would be made to test again at the airport since a certificate from Ghana does not require any tests at arrivals in any other country.
After his comment, a section of Ghanaians criticized him for complaining too much.
In response, Stonebwoy has told Ghanaians who have zero travel experience to cease attacking him.
He stated that they won’t be able to even understand his reasons for criticizing government over the ‘exorbitant’ fees charged at the airport.
“If you don’t have a passport, don’t talk about this issue. I understand some people don’t see the need to travel. Some families will not even allow their members to travel. I understand and I wasn’t even referring to you,” he fumed.
Stonebwoy debunked claim that his recent rants were politically motivated to make the government look bad.
“My complaints have nothing to do with politics. It is of human interest. The government says it has our interest at heart yet we are being asked to pay this huge amount of money. This test is being conducted in foreign countries at a much cheaper rate. Even whites who refer to us as monkeys don’t charge us this mark for testing,” he added.
