Kumawood Actor Nana Boakye Ansah Finds Happiness Working as a Security Guard in the UK

London, UK — Veteran Ghanaian Kumawood actor Nana Boakye Ansah, widely known by his screen name Otumfuo Nana, has revealed that he is now working as a security guard in the United Kingdom — and he’s not regretting the move.

In a series of candid interviews and social media posts, Otumfuo Nana opened up about the dramatic shift in his career. After relocating to the UK, the actor made the decision to take up security work, citing both the stability and financial reward of the role. 

A New Chapter, A New Career

Though he once enjoyed fame on the silver screen in Ghana, Nana Boakye Ansah says he has never fully abandoned acting. In interviews, he explained that his security job is a temporary but necessary chapter — one he hopes will support his ambitions while he adapts to a new country. 

He emphasized that acting remains close to his heart: “I haven’t quit acting … I gave myself 10 years,” he stated, according to YEN.com.gh.  When asked about his relocation, he disclosed that he first arrived in the UK in 2015, but grappled with limited documentation and financial hardship early on. 

Financial Reality of Security Work Abroad

One of the most surprising revelations from Otumfuo Nana is how lucrative his security role can be. He claimed that some security personnel in the UK make between £6,000 and £7,000 per month, a figure that astonished many back in Ghana. 

A fellow Ghanaian security worker in the UK publicly defended him, saying that such pay is not unrealistic: hourly rates for UK security guards, he noted, often start at around £15. 

Challenges, Pride, and Positivity

Despite the financial upside, Nana Boakye Ansah did not shy away from discussing his challenges. In a heartfelt interview, he recounted early struggles in the UK — at one point lacking proper documentation, which made securing a stable job difficult. 

Still, he remains optimistic. In recent videos, he has shared moments of cultural pride, such as wearing traditional Kente cloth and performing the Adowa dance — a nod to his Asante heritage. 

Public Reaction and Reflection

Reactions in Ghana have been mixed. Supporters admire his humility and work ethic, while critics wonder why a successful actor would choose to “downgrade” to security work. For his part, Nana Boakye Ansah says he’s made peace with his choice.

“In Ghana, how many people working at the bank will earn £720 every week?” a Ghanaian in the UK famously asked, defending Nana’s decision. 

Looking to the Future

Although he’s embraced his role in security, Nana has assured fans that his move isn’t permanent. He plans to return to acting once he’s built a stable foundation in the UK. 

For now, he continues to balance his pride, responsibilities, and heritage — showing that even in a very different life, his identity as Otumfuo Nana endures.