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Bishop Bob Okala | |
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Born | Samuel Kwadwo Boaben 1957 |
Died | 2016 |
Citizenship | Ghanaian |
Nationality | Ghanaian |
Occupation | comedian and Actor |
Samuel Kwadwo Boaben (1957–2016) also known as Bishop Bob Okala, was a Ghanaian comedian and actor popular for the comic roles he played on GTV program Key Soap Concert Party. Bob Okala gained popularity in the 80s, 90s and the turn of the millennium when stand-up comedy and pantomime began to gain widespread appeal on television. He is widely regarded as one of the comedy giants of Ghana and a pioneer of stand-up comedy. Okala was a household name and a fan favourite during his height of his fame.[1]