Ghanaian actor Kwadwo Nkansah, better known by his stage as LilWin, has revealed a touching story about the support that former President John Dramani Mahama gave him.
Mahama called at dawn and bought 200 tickets for the movie
According to LilWin, NDC flagbearer John Dramani Mahama purchased 200 tickets for the opening of his new film in order to allow participation from those who could not afford them.
Speaking to a group of bloggers today, May 15, 2013, at Kotoka International Airport, the actor described a noteworthy encounter he had with the former president.
At about 4 a.m., I received an unexpected call from Mahama. He was worried that my movie would have political overtones, but he came around after I gave him the rundown. He suggested that I give away the 200 tickets he purchased. He added that, if at all possible, he would endeavor to attend the premiere,” LilWin recalled.
Moreover, LilWin shared another instance of Mahama’s generosity related to his educational endeavors. He recounted how, after discussing the need for better transportation for his school, Mahama facilitated the donation of a school bus worth over GH¢300,000 through his son.
While Mahama preferred to keep this act of kindness under wraps, LilWin felt it was important to publicize it to inspire similar generosity in others.
“Following my interview about our school bus issues, Mahama’s son kindly bought us a new Benz bus valued at over GH¢300,000. He preferred not to publicize it, but I think it’s important to recognize such kindness to encourage more,” said LilWin.
The premiere of LilWin’s movie, ‘A Country Called Ghana’, is scheduled for Friday, May 17, at the National Theatre, and will run until May 25, 2024, at KNUST in Kumasi
