Ghanaian actor and filmmaker Kwadwo Nkansah, popularly generally known as LilWin, has spoken out following public criticism over remarks he made concerning the organisers of the late Daddy Lumba’s candlelight vigil.
The controversy started when the Artistic Arts Company (CAA) scheduled the tribute for Highlife legend Daddy Lumba at Black Star Sq. on 2 August 2025, the identical date because the premiere of LilWin’s newest movie, Ibrahim Traoré.
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The actor-producer, visibly displeased, took to social media to specific his frustration, accusing the company of making an attempt to sabotage his film premiere.
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LilWin’s alternative of the phrase “sabotage” drew a wave of backlash, with many Ghanaians condemning him for what they noticed as an insensitive remark in the direction of the reminiscence of the beloved musician.
Nonetheless, in an unique interview with Graphic Showbiz, LilWin clarified his stance, insisting that his issues weren’t about his movie’s industrial success however somewhat his incapability to attend the vigil.
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He defined:
Truthfully, it wasn’t about shedding ticket gross sales as a result of the film premiere had already gained large consideration. Promotions have been going nicely and everybody knew one thing massive was on the best way. Sadly, only a week earlier than the premiere, we misplaced our legend, Daddy Lumba, which was a heartbreaking second for all of us
To my shock, his candlelight vigil was scheduled on the identical day as my premiere. I consider many Ghanaians didn’t realise this till I pointed it out. I didn’t point out it due to my film, however as a result of I’m an enormous fan of Daddy Lumba and I deeply admire him
I used to be torn between my premiere and the vigil of my idol, and other people misunderstood me. I wasn’t indignant due to my premiere, I used to be simply harm as a result of I couldn’t be on the vigil. I needed to pay my respects too
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🚨ICYMI🇬🇭🎥🗣️: Ghanaian actor Lilwin says he’s disenchanted in authorities by way of the CAA, for fixing Daddy Lumba’s candlelight vigil on the identical day as his Ibrahim Traoré film premiere.
He shared his frustration in an interview with @akoma879fm.
🦅🇬🇭 https://t.co/y2Ej31L0bw pic.twitter.com/mt9rxJemE2— Ölele | Constructing OSN (@OleleSalvador) July 28, 2025
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Regardless of the controversy, the premiere was a powerful success, drawing high-profile company together with Burkina Faso’s Ambassador to Ghana, David Kabre, together with his army delegation, Ashanti Regional Minister Dr Frank Amoakohene, and trade colleagues equivalent to actress Vivian Jill and musician Kweku Flick.
