Lil Win Welcomes Nollywood Stars Kanayo O. Kanayo and Patience Ozokwor to Ghana for 'A Journey to Africa' Project

Leading Kumawood actor and producer Kwadwo Nkansah, popularly known as Lil Win, has officially launched his latest cinematic venture, 'A Journey to Africa (Nzulezu)', by welcoming a star-studded cohort of Nollywood actors to Ghana. On September 30, 2026, Nigerian film icons including Kanayo O. Kanayo, Patience Ozokwor, Mike Ezuruonye, Zubby Michael, and Destiny Etiko arrived at the Kotoka International Airport in Accra. The project, produced under Lil Win’s Wezzy Empire, represents a strategic effort to bridge the gap between the Ghanaian and Nigerian film industries, specifically targeting a merger of Kumawood and Nollywood talents to elevate the profile of regional cinema on the international stage.

Veteran actor Kanayo O. Kanayo shared insights into his involvement during an interview upon arrival, stating that his decision to join the production followed professional discussions with the director and a thorough review of the project’s terms. The arrival of these industry giants was met with significant fanfare, during which Lil Win expressed immense pride in the collaboration. The actor-producer made bold claims regarding the scale of the production, asserting that his ability to assemble such high-profile talent is an achievement comparable to those of prominent Ghanaian business moguls like Osei Kwame Despite and Ibrahim Mahama. He further emphasized the professional nature of the craft, drawing a clear distinction between the discipline of seasoned film actors and social media skitmakers.

Beyond the star power, 'A Journey to Africa' is designed to be a significant cultural and tourism showcase, with a primary focus on the historic stilt village of Nzulezu in Ghana’s Western Region. By filming in this unique and culturally significant location, the production aims to market Ghana's heritage to a global audience. This project serves as a follow-up to Lil Win’s 2024 film, 'A Country Called Ghana', which also featured Nigerian talent. The inclusion of diverse actors from across the continent underscores a commitment to pan-African storytelling and the expansion of the Ghanaian film industry's reach.

As production commences, this collaboration highlights the growing trend of intra-African partnerships within the creative economy. By uniting established veterans like Patience Ozokwor and Kanayo O. Kanayo with Kumawood's leading figures, Lil Win’s Wezzy Empire is positioning itself as a hub for cross-border creative exchange. The film is expected to involve talents from multiple countries, reinforcing the ambition to transition Ghanaian cinema from a local niche into a globally competitive brand that celebrates the continent's diverse cultural architecture and narrative potential.