Renowned Ghanaian actor Kofi Adjorlolo has made revelations that may surprise many, especially regarding the ongoing controversy surrounding the so-called “Igbo Kingdom” in Ghana.
While public debate continues, with many Ghanaians expressing outrage over the alleged establishment of an Igbo monarchy in the country, Adjorlolo appears unfazed. Instead, he chose to highlight the Igbo leader’s contributions to the Ghanaian film industry.
Speaking in a recent podcast interview, the veteran actor recounted personal experiences of how the leader, popularly referred to as Eze Ndibu, has supported the creative arts.
“We were shooting in Eze Ndibu’s house. Eze Ndibu, here in Ghana? Yes, he produced the film. That man has helped us a lot. He has helped the industry a lot. I don’t care what people talk about him. He has invested and sponsored films in Ghana. Yes, and that’s what people don’t know. Let’s leave all these matters of Igbo Kingdom aside. I don’t have anything to do with that thing at all. I don’t care. I don’t want to even know. But for what I know him for, is the fact that he has helped our industry. He’s given his house for us to shoot films. He’s given his cars for us to shoot. Yes.”
Adjorlolo’s bold remarks shift attention from the controversies to the tangible support the Igbo leader has reportedly provided. According to him, beyond the debates about tradition and recognition, the creative industry has benefited from resources such as film sponsorships, locations, and logistics provided by the Igbo leader.
The revelations may spark a new dimension to the conversation: Should Ghanaians continue to resist the idea of an Igbo kingdom, or will acknowledgment of these contributions soften public perception?
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