Nigerian actress and filmmaker Omoni Oboli has publicly condemned Ghanaian television stations for broadcasting her movies without obtaining the necessary licenses.
In a fiery Instagram post on Saturday evening, Oboli did not hold back in her criticism, calling out the unauthorized airing of her films and vowing to take action against those responsible.
Her frustration was evident as she emphasized the legal and ethical violations involved in such acts, making it clear that she would not let the matter slide.
Oboli also took aim at the Ghana National Film Authority, accusing them of failing to regulate the industry effectively.
She expressed disappointment that such blatant intellectual property theft could happen without consequences and questioned whether the authority was truly enforcing copyright laws.
“Maybe you don’t have a television authority in Ghana, but that is not my concern!” she wrote, signaling her intent to bypass any bureaucratic delays and take matters into her own hands.
The actress stressed that the issue was not just about money but about respecting the effort and dedication that go into filmmaking.
Highlighting the countless hours, sleepless nights, and financial investments required to produce quality films, Oboli insisted that the unauthorized broadcasts were unacceptable.
She expressed deep frustration over the lack of awareness regarding intellectual property theft, particularly in 2025 when media rights and copyright laws should be well understood.
“You have no idea how much work goes into these projects. The sleepless nights I have! I’m coming for it all! You will pay for every one of my movies you have shown without permission!” she declared.
Despite her anger, Oboli made it clear that her grievances were directed specifically at the offending TV stations and not the Ghanaian people as a whole.
She acknowledged her fondness for her Ghanaian colleagues, friends, and fans, who had played a crucial role in bringing the issue to her attention. “I love my Ghanaian besties, colleagues, and friends, but you see those TV stations in Ghana, I’m coming for you!” she warned.
She also appreciated those who had been sending her evidence of the unauthorized airings, vowing to use the information to build a strong case.
The actress ended her statement with a stern warning, promising legal action against all guilty parties.
“If dem no arrest one of una, you won’t learn! Watch out! Coming for every one of you!” she wrote, underscoring her determination to set a precedent that would deter further violations.
As the issue gains traction, industry stakeholders will be watching closely to see if her actions lead to stricter enforcement of copyright laws in Ghana and beyond.
