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In a recent appearance on Accra-based Hitz Fm, several Kumawood movie stars, including Christiana Awuni and Big Akwess, shared their motivations for campaigning for President-elect John Mahama in the recent elections. 



They emphasized that their support was driven by a desire to improve the film industry and not for personal gain.



Awuni, adorned in National Democratic Congress (NDC) paraphernalia, stated, “People think we came out to support NDC because of selfish gains, but it is not so. We did this for Ghana.” 



She expressed her joy at Mahama&#8217;s victory and highlighted the need for better representation and support for the creative arts sector.



The actress explained that the Creative Arts Industry encompasses more than just entertainment, advocating for comprehensive solutions to the challenges faced by artists and filmmakers.







 “We campaigned for a better government for Ghana and the youth in the creative arts industry to curb the hardships we face,” she added.



Big Akwess also shared his frustrations regarding the Akufo-Addo administration, recounting a meeting from August 2015 where the President promised to address issues within the Kumawood industry. 



He listed three unmet expectations: the establishment of a cinema infrastructure, the passing of a bill to promote local talent over foreign telenovelas, and the construction of a film village.



“He has frustrated us. He said it and never did it,” Akwess lamented, emphasizing the unmet promises that motivated their support for Mahama.



Okomfo Kolege expressed optimism about the future of the creative industry under Mahama, noting that the former president had previously shown commitment to addressing its needs. 



“I pray Mahama will continue the good works he was doing for the creative arts industry so we boom as we should,” he remarked.

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