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 the his height of his fame. Originally, Okala started out as a footballer, playing amateur and semi-professional football for local clubs like Fankobaa and others. However, his inability to earn a decent living from football, coupled with a long-term hip injury and limited prospects of a breakthrough forced him to seek