Several Nigerian filmmakers, including Ruth Kadiri, Bimbo Ademoye, and Omoni Oboli, have raised concerns about some Ghanaian television stations airing their movies without permission. The act of piracy has drawn widespread attention online.

In response, a number of Ghanaian filmmakers have shown support for their Nigerian colleagues by speaking out against the illegal broadcast of copyrighted films. They have also called for stronger enforcement of intellectual property laws in Ghana.

Their voices have added momentum to the growing demand for accountability and reforms in the country’s media space.

This article highlights three Ghanaian filmmakers who have publicly condemned the piracy of Nigerian films by local TV stations.

Juliet Ibrahim

Actress, author, and producer Juliet Ibrahim condemned the actions of the Ghanaian media houses involved in pirating Nigeria movies.

In her a post shared on her Instagram page, she expressed both outrage and deep disappointment.

“This is not a Nigerian issue; it is an African issue, and as a Ghanaian, I am ashamed that our local media houses are playing a central role in such unethical and illegal activities,” she wrote.

Juliet Ibrahim also took the opportunity to remind the public that piracy doesn’t just affect the filmmaker, but the entire ecosystem of professionals behind the scenes.

“Piracy is a crime. Exploiting someone’s hard-earned intellectual property is theft. It undermines years of investment, creativity, and the livelihoods of everyone involved in production,” she added.

She urged authorities to act swiftly and put in place regulatory measures that can protect the African film industry from further exploitation.

“Please step in immediately. We need robust action, regulation, and enforcement to protect content creators and restore the dignity of our film industry.”

Martha Ankomah

Martha Ankomah also added her voice to the growing chorus of creatives who have spoken about the piracy act.

Responding to Omoni Oboli’s Instagram post, Martha Ankomah said:

“I totally agree with you. You really have to take them on this time. They do that all the time and it’s so frustrating.”

Salma Mumin

Actress and businesswoman Salma Mumin also added her voice to the issue, condemning the illegal use of filmmakers’ work.

She stressed that creatives deserve full control over their content and must be allowed to protect what they’ve worked hard to produce.

“I’m a Ghanaian actress but this is a big No! This is your intellectual property and you have every right to take immediate action. They know this is wrong!!!”