By Simon Asare, GNA
Accra, Aug. 29, GNA – Veteran Highlife musician Barosky has expressed his willingness to return to Ghana after meeting Ghana’s High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, Mrs Sabah Zita Benson, who visited him in Manchester following public concern over his welfare.
The visit came after a distressing footage circulating on social media, which sparked discussions among Ghanaians at home and abroad, with many expressing sympathy for the musician.
Mrs Benson said the Ghana High Commission in UK acted swiftly after learning of Barosky’s situation.
“When the video came out, a lot of people forwarded it to us. So immediately, I instructed our consular office to reach out and see how we can resolve it,” she said during the visit.
The High Commissioner said she travelled to Manchester to meet the musician and members of the local Ghanaian community to explore ways of helping him.
Mrs Benson described Barosky as a respected figure in Ghana’s music industry whose contributions deserved recognition and support.
“Barosky has contributed immensely to Ghanaian music, and we all need to come together as a community to help him get back on his feet,” she said.
She added that the High Commission was prepared to assist should the musician decide to return to Ghana.
“So, I decided to take this move to hear from him and see how to help him settle and, if he is willing to go home, we will assist him to do that,” Mrs Benson said.
“Getting him back on his feet again means we must come together as a community and help him.”
Addressing the musician directly, Benson praised his talent and urged collective support for his recovery.
“Your talent was what shocked people. You are such a great talent and how are we allowing it to go to waste?” she said.
She noted that the High Commission continues to promote Ghana through its arts and cultural heritage.
“We at the High Commission are promoting Ghana through arts, culture, music and food,” she added.
Barosky expressed gratitude for the visit and the support shown by the High Commissioner and members of the Ghanaian community.
The musician also indicated his willingness to return to Ghana if arrangements could be made.
GNA
Edited by Kenneth Odeng Adade
Reporter: Simon Asare
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