NPP government has failed the movie industry completely - Christiana Awuni explains

Christiana Awuni, a Kumawood actress, has outlined three reasons she believes the government under Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has not lived up to its promises to the movie industry.

She stated that despite assurances, the president has not built a film village to support actors in their careers, even after more than seven years in office.

Awuni also pointed out the consistent lack of inclusion of the movie industry in budget allocations, with no funds allocated for projects that could enhance their work.

During an interview on UTV, Awuni mentioned that the president's refusal to sign a bill from the creative arts sector shows his lack of support for filmmakers.

"The movie stars we advocate for, the NDC and John Dramani Mahama, are urging votes against Akufo-Addo and his administration due to financial mismanagement. Many aspects are not functioning properly. Nana promised to build a film village but did not follow through. We presented a bill to him, which he declined to sign.

"We protested in parliament, but our pleas were ignored. The film sector is consistently left out during budget readings, and we have felt neglected for a long time," she said in Twi.

Awuni encouraged voters to reject NPP flagbearer Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, citing the government's failure to fulfill its promises.

"Should we trust someone who couldn't ensure a safe journey as a driver, let alone as a mate [Bawumia]? We refuse to do so and instead choose to free ourselves, allowing the real driver [Mahama] to lead us to safety," she stated.

These remarks were made at an event organized by filmmakers in support of NDC's John Dramani Mahama, ahead of the 2024 elections, with prominent Kumawood personalities like Big Akwes in attendance.

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