Most celebrities in the country are often seen endorsing or joining political platforms to campaign for political parties.
However, there is one notable exception – the renowned Kumawood actor, Kwadwo Nkansa, also known as Lilwin, who has refrained from publicly aligning himself with any political party.
Speaking on Oyerepa TV’s entertainment show ‘Cinifie’, the founder of ‘WIZZY Empire’ disclosed that former President John Dramani Mahama advised him against getting involved in politics, and he has respected his counsel.
“I don’t do politics. I decided not to do politics because I had a dream to establish a school and have it serve people affiliated with the NDC, NPP, and other parties.
During the campaign session in 2016, I met members from both the NDC and the NPP… The person who fueled my decision not to accept any amount to campaign for a political party is ex-President John Mahama. He said [I’ve realized that many celebrities are campaigning for political parties, but I called you here not because of the campaign. You are young with blessings; what is ahead of you in the future is a lot].
“Mahama said I should allow them to do their politics, and I should stay away from it. Because [NPP likes you and I also like you, I can give you a huge amount of money to campaign for me. If NPP pays $2 million, I can multiply it four times. But that is nothing; I can’t destroy your career, so stay away].”
The veteran actor refuted claims that the former president visited him on set to ask for his support, but he rather came to convey his advice.
“Mahama did not come to me again for the campaign. He came to encourage me and advise me not to abandon the movie job. He said I am not an artist who depends on others for money and should continue. He even asked me to share copies of my new film, ‘Mr. President’ with the leaders of this country, including him.” He asserted.
The actor has released a new movie titled ‘Mr. President, which will premiere on August 26, 2023, at the Royal View Cinema at SG Mall in Kumasi.
Source: oyerepafmonline.com/KAB
