- Award given for his portrayal in Captain Ibrahim Traorè
- LilWin receives international honour at 10th Sotigui Awards
- Film inspired by Captain Ibrahim Traorè’s rise to leadership
Ghanaian actor and comedian Kwadwo Nkansah, widely known as LilWin, has gained international acclaim after winning the Best Actor Ghana–Nigeria award at the 10th Sotigui Awards held in Burkina Faso.
He earned the award for his performance in the film Captain Ibrahim Traorè, which draws inspiration from the rise of Burkina Faso’s transitional leader, Captain Ibrahim Traorè. The movie explores themes of patriotism, leadership, and the fight against insecurity, portraying the captain’s transformation from a military officer to a symbol of hope for many Burkinabé citizens.
In his acceptance speech, LilWin expressed heartfelt appreciation, describing the honour as both humbling and motivating. “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 said.
LilWin also thanked the media and his fans for their unwavering support in promoting the film.
He further applauded the creative team, emphasizing that the achievement was a shared effort.
