Bessa Simons Urges Musicians to Secure Retirement Early

The President of the Musicians Union of Ghana (MUSIGA), Bessa Simons, has called on musicians across the country to prioritise their long-term financial security by enrolling in the union’s newly introduced pension scheme.

According to him, many musicians often experience steady income during their peak years through shows, endorsements and public appearances, but fail to plan adequately for retirement. Secure your future now - Bessa …

Speaking in an interview on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, Mr Simons noted that the absence of a structured pension system in the past contributed to financial hardship among several ageing Ghanaian musicians. Secure your future now - Bessa …

He explained that the MUSIGA Group Pension Scheme, launched earlier this year, was introduced to address this gap and provide members with financial support after their active years. Secure your future now - Bessa …

The scheme allows musicians to make contributions towards their retirement while still active in the industry, ensuring income security when performance opportunities decline. Secure your future now - Bessa …

Mr Simons emphasised that the pension initiative is open to both MUSIGA members and non-members. However, he acknowledged that some creatives remain reluctant to enrol due to scepticism about long-term financial planning. Secure your future now - Bessa …

He urged musicians, particularly emerging artistes without strong management structures, to take advantage of the scheme and secure their future.

Mr Simons expressed confidence that the initiative would help protect the dignity of musicians and reduce financial vulnerability in old age. Secure your future now - Bessa

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