Ghanaian Actor Kwame Dzokoto of Edziban and Efiewura Fame Dies at 51

Ghanaian Actor Kwame Dzokoto of Edziban and Efiewura Fame Dies at 51

Ghanaian actor, comedian and media personality Seth Kwame Dzokoto has died at the age of 51. He collapsed during a radio show at Owass Radio in the Tarkwa Nsuaem Municipality of the Western Region on Thursday, October 22, 2026. He was rushed to a hospital in Tarkwa where doctors pronounced him dead on arrival. Furthermore, his death comes barely weeks after images of him looking unwell went viral on social media. He was widely known for his portrayal of Judge Koboo in the popular Ghanaian television series Efiewura and as a presenter on TV3’s food and tourism programme Edziban.

A Household Name Through Efiewura and Edziban

Kwame Dzokoto became a familiar face in Ghanaian homes through his role as Judge Koboo in Efiewura, one of Ghana’s well-known local television productions. The character became one of the defining roles of his entertainment career and earned him widespread recognition. Moreover, he showcased his versatility as a television presenter through TV3’s Edziban, a programme that explored Ghanaian cuisine and local food culture across the country. His work in television, comedy, and advertising voice-overs helped him connect with audiences across different formats and generations.

Broadcasting Career Spanned Radio and Voice-Over Work

Beyond television, Kwame Dzokoto built a career in radio broadcasting that complemented his screen work. He worked with stations including Skyy Power FM in Takoradi and Hello FM in Kumasi. Furthermore, his voice-over assignments made him a familiar voice as well as a recognisable face in Ghanaian entertainment. Therefore, his career reflected a wide range of skills within the media industry, from comedy and acting to presenting and broadcasting.

From Entertainment to Politics

Outside entertainment, Kwame Dzokoto ventured into partisan politics under the National Democratic Congress. He contested the Tarkwa-Nsuaem parliamentary seat in the 2016 general election, taking his public profile beyond the entertainment industry into electoral politics. Although he did not win a parliamentary seat, his participation reflected his commitment to public affairs and national development. As a result, his passing marks the loss of a multifaceted Ghanaian entertainer who left a lasting impression across television, radio, comedy, and public life.