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Twene Jonas Reveals Serious Details About Asamoah Gyan And Makes Fun Of Him In Public: Quit Lying To The Youth

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 Source: Isaac Appiah

The well-known Ghanaian football player Asamoah Gyan recently came under heavy public criticism after declaring he would no longer be actively associated with the New Patriotic Party (NPP). Gyan is well-known for his skill on the pitch, and his surprising choice has sparked discussions across the country, eliciting differing responses from both admirers and detractors. Some saw Gyan's action as a daring step toward voicing his own beliefs. These fans see his choice as an example of bravery, which is uncommon among public personalities who sometimes keep quiet or keep affiliations for practical reasons. Others, however, cast doubt on his intentions, characterizing his acts as self-serving and dishonest, particularly in light of his previous outward show of party support.

When vocal social media commenter Twene Jonas chimed in, the dispute took a more severe turn. Jonas, who was well-known for his direct and frequently harsh criticism, charged Gyan with having self-serving reasons for his choice. In a heated live session, Jonas implied that unfulfilled personal expectations rather than intellectual disagreements were the cause of Gyan's discord with the NPP. Jonas responded, "Stop misleading the youth." "Principles are not your problem. Because you didn't get what you wanted, you're upset. Stop acting like you're still with the NPP; everyone knows it.

Jonas further said that key party officials including Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia and Sammy Awuku had played a role in Gyan’s anger, accusing them of sidelining him. Gyan's assertions of disappointment with the party, in Jonas' opinion, were merely a front to win over the public.

To put it plainly, you feel deceived, and now you're acting like the victim. Would we be having this discussion at all if they had granted you what you requested?" Jonas asked. The charges have complicated the drama that is developing and called into question Gyan's moral character. Gyan's supporters maintain that his actions should be accepted as an exercise of personal choice, while others contend that Jonas' harsh remarks underscore the more serious problem of opportunism among public officials.

Gyan's legacy as a football legend and a public person faces an unprecedented threat as the controversy continues. Ghanaians are split on the real reasons for his choice and the wider ramifications for the relationship between politics, sports, and individual values as the narrative develops.

Source: Isaac Appiah