Expand Nsawam Prison – Mercy Asiedu To GRA

Kumawood actress, Mercy Asiedu talks about taxes in the country. According to her, they are ready to go to prison over nonpayment of taxes.

Moreover, she spoke about how an attempt by the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) to tax her and her colleagues in the movie industry is unfair. Also, it is nonsense

She spoke about this while reacting to reports that some personnel from GRA accosted her over the payment of tax.

According to her, officers from the GRA called her colleague actor Lilwin while they were on set, and informed them about the taxes.

However, this news incensed her. Therefore, she told the GRA officials that they already pay for copyrights, therefore, they will not pay the tax.

Also, she added that they should tell government to expand the Nsawam prison. This is because the actors and movie producers are willing to go to jail over the issue.

The Kumawood actress said a lot of them do not understand the law regarding payment of that tax. Therefore, she called on the Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister, Catherine Afeku and related agencies, to educate them.

Mersy Asiedu stated that she is not making any money from the movies and series she currently produces. This is because people are not buying.

Also, she lamented about the non-existent theatres for them to show their movies. Therefore, they go to the cinemas who take 60 percent of their profits whenever they premiere their movies at these venues.