A group of prominent Nollywood actors has arrived in Ghana to participate in the production of Kumawood actor and filmmaker Lil Win's upcoming film, 'A Journey to Africa' (Nzulezu). The actors, including Kanayo O. Kanayo, Patience Ozokwor, Mike Ezuruonye, Zubby Michael, and Destiny Etiko, landed at the Accra International Airport on Wednesday, September 30, 2026. They were welcomed by Lil Win and members of his Wezzy Empire team. This collaboration marks another significant partnership between Ghana's Kumawood industry and Nigeria's Nollywood.
The film 'A Journey to Africa' (Nzulezu) is a follow-up to Lil Win's 2024 film 'A Country Called Ghana', which also featured notable Nigerian actors. Lil Win had previously announced plans for 'A Journey to Africa', describing it as a bigger project that would bring together actors from various countries, including Nigeria, South Africa, the United States, and Ghana. The production is centered around Nzulezu, a historic stilt village in Ghana's Western Region, known for its houses constructed over the water.
Nzulezu, built on Lake Tadane in the Amansuri wetland, is one of Ghana's notable cultural and tourism sites. The film is expected to showcase this location while bringing together established talents from Ghana and Nigeria. The Nigerian cast includes veteran actors Kanayo O. Kanayo and Patience Ozokwor, who bring decades of Nollywood experience. Mike Ezuruonye, Zubby Michael, and Destiny Etiko represent some of the industry's prominent contemporary faces.
With 'A Journey to Africa' (Nzulezu), Lil Win aims to build on the regional attention generated by 'A Country Called Ghana' while placing a distinctive Ghanaian cultural location at the center of his latest production. This project continues Lil Win's efforts to expand the reach of Ghanaian film beyond the local market. The collaboration between Ghana's Kumawood industry and Nigeria's Nollywood is expected to promote cultural exchange and enhance the visibility of Ghanaian cinema.
The arrival of the Nollywood stars in Ghana highlights the growing partnership between the two industries. Lil Win's Wezzy Empire banner is producing the film, which is set to feature a mix of Ghanaian and Nigerian talent. The production is expected to not only showcase Ghana's cultural heritage but also provide a platform for the country's film industry to engage with a broader audience.
The film's setting, Nzulezu, offers a unique backdrop for storytelling, with its stilt houses and rich cultural history. By choosing this location, Lil Win aims to promote Ghana's cultural and tourism sectors. The involvement of prominent Nollywood actors is expected to draw a larger audience to the film, both locally and internationally.
The production of 'A Journey to Africa' (Nzulezu) is a significant development in the Ghanaian film industry, demonstrating its ability to collaborate with other major industries in the region. As the project moves forward, it is expected to generate excitement among film enthusiasts and promote Ghanaian culture to a wider audience.
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- Nollywood actors arrive in Ghana for Lil Win's film 'A Journey to Africa' production.
