Accra, Ghana – AI Media Limited and Lemon Tree Publishing & Film proudly announce the digital premiere of their highly acclaimed documentary-drama Omo Ghana – Man for Chop, which will debut online on Friday, April 18, 2025 at 6:00 PM GMT on the Joy News YouTube Channel, followed by a television premiere on Saturday, April 19, 2025 at 8:00 PM GMT on Joy Prime.
Set against the backdrop of one of the largest forced migrations in West African history, Omo Ghana – Man for Chop unpacks the emotional and political fallout of the 1983 mass expulsion of over 1 million Ghanaians from Nigeria. Blending archival footage, dramatic recreations, and personal testimonies, the film weaves a powerful narrative of survival, identity, and resilience.
“This is not just a Ghanaian story — it is a West African story, an African story, a Global story and a human story,” said Kwame Boadi, director of the film. “We made this film to preserve memory, spark conversation, and ask important questions about migration, belonging, and dignity.”
The online premiere will stream exclusively on the Joy News YouTube Channel at 6:00 PM GMT on April 18, inviting a global audience to experience the film together. Viewers are encouraged to join the live chat and participate in the #OmoGhanaFilm Watch Party during the screening.
The television premiere airs on Joy Prime at 8:00 PM GMT on April 19, bringing this powerful story to homes across Ghana and beyond.
Premiere Schedule
- Online Premiere: Friday, April 18, 2025 at 6:00 PM GMT – Joy News YouTube Channel
- TV Broadcast: Saturday, April 19, 2025 at 8:00 PM GMT – Joy Prime
About the Producers:
AI Media Limited and Lemon Tree Publishing & Film are Ghanaian production companies committed to telling authentic African stories through innovative and emotionally resonant content. Omo Ghana – Man for Chop is a testament to their commitment to bold, socially relevant storytelling.
Media Partners
This project was made possible with the support of The Multimedia Group, Ghana’s leading broadcast network, and Graphic Communications Group, Ghana’s most influential print and digital news platform. Their partnership has been instrumental in amplifying the film’s mission and reach.