- Lilwin criticized Ghanaian media for not promoting his new film Captain Ibrahim Traoré: The Last African Hero.
- He monitored entertainment TV channels between August 22–24 and found no coverage.
- The film premiered in Sunyani on August 16 and had previously debuted in Kumasi.
- It has received international nominations and praise, including recognition from the Burkina Faso Ambassador.
- Lilwin believes the media is overlooking a major cultural achievement.
Kumawood star Lilwin is calling out Ghanaian media houses for what he sees as a disappointing lack of support for his latest film, Captain Ibrahim Traoré: The Last African Hero — a project he says deserves national recognition.
In a video shared online, the actor stood beside his customized GH¢1.2 million 2024 RAM 1500 truck, wrapped in promotional stickers for the film, and voiced his frustration. Despite the movie’s second premiere in Sunyani on August 16, 2025, Lilwin claims that no entertainment-focused TV station mentioned the film in the days that followed.
Between August 22 and 24, he says he monitored multiple channels, hoping to see coverage — but was met with silence. For Lilwin, the lack of media attention feels like a snub to what he considers a major achievement in Ghanaian cinema.
The film, which tells the story of Burkina Faso’s revolutionary leader Captain Ibrahim Traoré, has already earned international praise. It’s been nominated for multiple awards abroad, including Best Movie in Africa at the Switzerland Festival Awards. During its Kumasi premiere, Lilwin was honored by the Burkina Faso Ambassador to Ghana as “Best Actor in Africa” — a moment he believes should have made headlines.
With its Pan-African message and cultural depth, Lilwin says the film is more than entertainment — it’s a statement. But instead of celebrating the milestone, he feels Ghana’s media landscape has turned a blind eye.
