Ex Prez Mahama buys 200 tickets to support Lil Win's movie 'A Country Called Ghana.'
In a video circulating on social media, renowned Ghanaian actor and comedian, Lil Win, has expressed gratitude to former President John Dramani Mahama for his unwavering support and generosity.
Lil Win’s appreciation comes in the wake of an extraordinary gesture by the former president, who purchased 200 tickets to boost the premiere of Lil Win’s highly anticipated movie, ‘A Country Called Ghana.’
In the touching video, Lil Win recounted the unexpected phone call he received from former President Mahama in the early hours of dawn. With astonishment still evident in his voice, Lil Win shared how the former president had heard about the movie and, amidst misconceptions of its political nature, took the time to understand its true essence – a celebration of Ghanaian culture and identity.
“It was dawn at 4am and I received a call, surprise call and it was Ex-President John Dramani Mahama. I was shocked and was wondwering where I had slept that morning and he said he had heard of the movie but had the impression from people that it was a political movie and someone had explained to him and how I also explained in my interviews, he has realised it is about Ghana, then God bless me.”
“The ticket he is buying 200 to give out to people. He said he has a programme at Techiman so if he is able to return early on Friday he will come for the premiere because it is a Ghana thing,
Moved by the former president’s gesture of support, Lil Win expressed his deep appreciation for the 200 tickets purchased to distribute among moviegoers.
Lil Win revealed another act of kindness bestowed upon him by the former president in the past. Recalling the time when his school bus was in dire need of replacement, he disclosed that former President Mahama’s intervention led to the purchase of a brand new bus for his school. Despite being advised not to disclose this benevolent act, Lil Win felt compelled to acknowledge the former president’s generosity, emphasizing the impact of his thoughtful gesture.
“I really appreciate and when I said my school bus was spoilt, he made one of his children buy me one, he told me not to tell anyone about it but when someone does something good you have to say it. It was a good bus. Something that can carry the school children, nice one.. The purchase of the bus was long time ooo, God bless him”
As Lil Win concluded his heartfelt message, he extended blessings to former President Mahama, expressing gratitude for his enduring support and contributions to his endeavors.
The video has since garnered widespread attention and admiration, with many lauding the former president’s compassion and generosity.
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