Ghanaian actor and politician Kwame Dzokoto dies suddenly

Ghanaian actor, broadcaster, and politician Kwame Dzokoto has died following a sudden collapse during a panel discussion at Owass FM in Tarkwa, Western Region. He passed away on Thursday, October 22, 2026.

Dzokoto, widely recognized for his role as Judge Koboo in the television series Efiewura, had traveled from Accra to Tarkwa the night before the incident. His sister, Gloria Dzokoto, stated that the family received a call reporting he had fainted and rushed him to the hospital, where they were informed of his death.

In addition to his entertainment career, which included broadcasting roles at Skyy Power FM and Hello FM, Dzokoto was active in politics. He contested the Tarkwa-Nsuaem parliamentary seat representing the National Democratic Congress in the 2016 general election. Actress Gloria Sarfo also paid tribute to him, describing him as an honourable man who had a positive influence on those around him.