Ghana ought to invest in the arts since it's a profitable sector, says Ablade Glover

He claims that the arts have not received the same priority as other disciplines.

The professor maintains that as a result of this circumstance, there aren't many well-known individuals in Ghana who support achievement in the arts.

"Relative to domains like medicine and engineering, where prominent individuals attained prominence, the existence of acknowledged visual artists was noticeably limited."

As a result, parents still often discourage their kids from pursuing the arts, which drives many recent art graduates to go for work in unrelated industries like finance," he continued.

In light of this, Professor Ablade Glover underlined the necessity of greater funding for the art sector and highlighted its potential for large profits.

He emphasized how crucial it is to have the backing of the government, to take on entrepreneurial endeavors, and to create venues like galleries in order to promote appreciation and recognition of artists' work.

"By creating more opportunities and visibility, artists can thrive independently, ultimately leading to a flourishing art scene in the country," he said.

As a result, more young artists may be inspired to follow their passions rather than feeling pressured to give up on their art in favor of unrelated careers. But the fact remains that many excellent artists struggle to sell their work and frequently settle for small recompense in the absence of sufficient assistance and recognition."

In an interview with Joy FM's Personality Profile on the Drive Time On Joy, Prof. Ablade Glover stated as much.

Prof. Ablade Glover suggested a more entrepreneurial approach in response to questions about how to address and remove these impediments, in addition to government policies and investments.