Blakk Rasta, a Ghanaian media personality and political commentator, has taken issue with James Gardiner's recent comments about political affiliations and fan loyalty.

Gardiner had expressed his willingness to lose followers over his political stance, asserting that he would not alter his beliefs just to maintain fan support.

In a live broadcast on 3FM on August 23, 2024, Blakk Rasta criticized Gardiner's remarks as "irresponsible."

He likened Gardiner’s attitude to a parent neglecting their responsibilities, saying, “It’s like saying my children are old enough to make their own choices, so I don’t care if I engage in harmful behaviors in front of them. Does that make sense?”

Blakk Rasta emphasized that celebrities wield significant influence and should be conscious of the impact their actions and statements can have on their audience.

He urged public figures to maintain discretion about their political and religious views.

“Celebrities should exercise responsibility. It’s fine to support any political party or religion, but it’s best to keep those affiliations private,” he advised.

Blakk Rasta also warned against making statements that might come off as dismissive or arrogant towards supporters, stressing that public figures owe their success to their audience.

“Be cautious with your statements. The people who supported you are the reason for your success. It’s unwise to disregard their opinions,” he concluded.