LilWin Wins Best Actor Ghana–Nigeria at 10th Sotigui Awards
Popular Ghanaian actor and comedian, Kwadwo Nkansah, alias LilWin, has gained international spotlight after being named Best Actor Ghana–Nigeria at the 10th Sotigui Awards in Burkina Faso.
The award recognizes his performance in Captain Ibrahim Traorè, a film inspired by the rise of Burkina Faso’s transitional leader, Captain Ibrahim Traorè. The movie explores themes of patriotism, leadership, and the country’s battle against insecurity, highlighting the captain’s transformation from a military officer to a symbol of hope for many citizens.
Responding to the win on social media, LilWin noted the honour means a lot to him and described the recognition as both “humbling” and motivating. He also acknowledged the team behind the production, noting that the achievement was a shared one.
“I am humbled and honored to receive this award as the best actor for Ghana and Nigeria. I want to thank the organizers of the Sotigui Awards for recognizing my work at their 10th edition. I want to thank my director, Jackson K. Bentum, and the entire cast and crew of Captain Ibrahim Traore for their hard work and dedication. Without them, I wouldn’t be standing here today,” he wrote.
LilWin also extended his appreciation to the media and his fans, thanking them for their support and efforts in promoting the movie.
The Sotigui Awards, held each year in Ouagadougou, honour exceptional contributions to African cinema and celebrate talent across the continent and the diaspora.
