Kofi Adjorlolo says he’d warn kids away from acting in Ghana

Veteran Ghanaian actor Kofi Adjorlolo has revealed that acting was never his first choice, music was. In an honest conversation on The Liz Show with Elizabeth Essuman, he shared that while his acting career has flourished, he originally dreamt of being a musician.

Adjorlolo explained that from a young age, people saw his musical side more clearly than his potential in acting. He began trumpet lessons at just eight years old and quickly developed a strong talent. Over the years, his love for music deepened as he performed alongside celebrated musicians like Gyedu Blay Ambolley and Sir Victor Uwaifo. “I love music so much that as of 8 years old, I could play the trumpet so well,” Kofi disclosed.

Despite becoming a household name as an actor, Kofi Adjorlolo expressed deep concern about the state of Ghana’s film industry. He pointed out that actors in the country lack essential support systems. There is no formal insurance to protect them, and opportunities for young talent are limited.

“Honestly, I wouldn’t encourage my children to go into acting. The current situation in Ghana isn’t encouraging, attractive, or enabling for young ones to thrive in this field. Do we even have insurance to back our actors and actresses?” he asked candidly.

His words show the tension between his own success and the challenges he sees facing the next generation. On one hand, Adjorlolo has reached heights in acting that many aspire to. On the other, he worries the industry’s weaknesses make it far too risky for newcomers. He feels that without better protections and investment, young actors won’t be able to build stable, long-term careers.