Ghanaian actor, playwright and communications professional George Nii Armah Quaye has strongly rejected comparisons between Ghana’s film industry and Nigeria’s Nollywood, describing such comparisons as harmful and unnecessary.
In his view, Ghana’s creative sector should be valued on its own merits rather than judged by external benchmarks.
Quaye, known for his role as “Aboagye” in the Taxi Driver TV series and as the CEO of Image Bureau, emphasised that Ghana’s creative landscape demands technical expertise and professional dedication making it unworthy of being dismissed as unserious or secondary.
He called on practitioners to build visibility for themselves and the sector, stressing that internal support is essential for external respect .
According to Quaye, collaboration within the industry is more productive than competition.
He highlighted theatre and film professionals who support each other, arguing that unity will elevate Ghana’s storytelling and production standards
Ghana’s film ecosystem has improved over the years, producing remarkable actors, authentic narratives, and steadily improving technical output.
Stakeholders agree that comparison to Nollywood often overlooks Ghana’s cultural storytelling strengths
Quaye’s remarks aim to shift public perception: rather than comparing, Ghana should nurture its own film industry identity and champion its successes
