"Enemies Are Not God: Thousands Attend Lil Win’s Movie Premiere Despite Vigil Night Clash
- Lil Win successfully premiered his much-anticipated movie Captain Ibrahim Traore: The Last African Hero, at the SG Mall in Kumasi on August 2, 2025, drawing thousands of fans
- Despite concerns over a clash with the candlelight vigil for the late Daddy Lumba, the event saw a massive turnout, with many stuck in a long queue
- The premiere attracted top dignitaries, celebrities, and the Burkinabé Ambassador, as Lil Win was praised for delivering a powerful tribute to African leadership and unity
Kumawood actor Kwadwo Nkansah, popularly known as Lil Win, premiered his movie Ibrahim Traore: The Last African Hero on August 2, 2025, at the SG Mall in Kumasi.
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The much-anticipated movie, whose production began earlier this year, has finally been released.
Before the film was cleared for screening, there were many controversies surrounding it, the most recent being the candlelight vigil held for the late Daddy Lumba, which clashed with the movie premiere date.
This made Lil Win hesitant about whether the event would affect the turnout of his premiere. He subsequently expressed his dissatisfaction with the organisers of the vigil.
However, Lil Win's movie premiere was held successfully, with thousands showing up for the event.
The venue was packed, with people even struggling to find a place to sit.
Lil Win has once again proven his impact in Kumawood with the grand premiere of his latest film, Captain Ibrahim Traore: The Last African Hero.
The movie serves as a powerful tribute to African unity, leadership, and resistance against neo-colonialism.
It honours Burkina Faso’s interim President, Ibrahim Traore, who has been in office since 2022.
According to Lil Win, he took on the role of Captain Ibrahim Traore because he sees him as a symbol of bravery and independence.
The movie allowed him to step outside his usual comic roles and take on something more relevant and meaningful.
It also allowed him to prove that Ghanaian filmmakers can create powerful stories that resonate across the continent.
Dignitaries who attended the movie premiere
Held at Kumasi’s SG Mall, the much-anticipated event saw the attendance of government officials, traditional leaders, celebrities, and the Burkinabé Ambassador.
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Together, they celebrated a cinematic milestone that redefines how African stories are told.
Some top dignitaries in the Ashanti Region were present at the movie premiere, including Ebenezer Antwi, popularly known as Dr Likee, Dr. Frank Amoakohene, the Ashanti Regional Minister, and actress Vivian Jill.
The cinema at the SG Mall welcomed thousands of patrons, which left Lil Win deeply impressed and grateful, putting all previous doubts to rest.
Watch the video of the turnout below:
Reactions to Ibrahim Traoré film premiere
Social media users have reacted positively to the successful premiere, expressing their happiness and support for Lil Win.
Before the event, Lil Win had received backlash over his comments on the candlelight vigil clash but that has since morphed into praises:
Here are some of the comments:
Akua Sika commented:
“God bless you all for your support. On August 16, we, the Sunyani people, will never disappoint you, Kwadwo.”
Wastus 1 commented:
“They thought it would flop, but God is not asleep. God bless you all and Lil Win for his efforts. The last hope for Ghanaian movies. The rest have turned into skit makers and podcasters.”
Samtuuga the Lion commented:
“Diana Asamoah has gone silent because of the crowd here 😂😂😂.”
Nana Adwoa Eshoun commented:
“We thank God. Our enemies are not God. God bless the Ashanti Region, Wezzy fans, and lovers of Captain Traore. Indeed, Ashanti is a great nation.”
Kumasi IGP commented:
“I know only 10% of the crowd is from Kumasi. The rest are from Konongo, Ejisu, Trede, Offinso, Agogo, Kontanase, Bekwai, Manso enclave, Anwiankwanta, Obuasi, Sunyani, TMAN, Aputuogya, etc. Safe journey home. God bless you all.”
Chaos at Kejetia during Lil Win's promotion
Earlier, YEN.com.gh reported that Lil Win paraded the streets of Kejetia Market in Kumasi on July 30, 2025, as part of promotions for Captain Ibrahim Traoré: The Last African Hero. The actor and his team, dressed in military uniforms, attracted a large crowd while spraying money.
The situation quickly turned chaotic, with two market women claiming they lost items and money during the stampede.
The incident sparked mixed reactions on social media, with many urging Lil Win to compensate the affected women and criticising him for disrupting business in the busy marketplace.
Proofreading by Samuel Gitonga, copy editor at YEN.com.gh.
Source: YEN.com.gh
