Comedian Aka Ebenezer emerged as the biggest winner at the Ghana Comedy Awards 2026, taking home the prestigious Comedian of the Year award during a colourful ceremony held at the Ghana College of Physicians and Surgeons.
The award recognises Aka Ebenezer’s remarkable contribution to Ghana’s comedy industry over the past year, celebrating his creativity, consistency, and ability to entertain audiences across the country.
The Ghana Comedy Awards brought together comedians, entertainment personalities, industry stakeholders, and fans to honour outstanding achievements in the comedy industry. The event celebrated the growth of stand-up comedy in Ghana while recognising performers who have made significant impacts through live shows, television, digital content, and other platforms.
Receiving the night’s top honour, Aka Ebenezer expressed appreciation to his fans, colleagues, and everyone who has supported his journey, describing the award as a motivation to continue delivering quality comedy to audiences.
The 2026 edition of the Ghana Comedy Awards once again highlighted the talent and resilience within Ghana’s comedy scene, with several comedians and industry players receiving recognition for their contributions to the growth of the entertainment sector.
Aka Ebenezer’s victory as Comedian of the Year further cements his position as one of Ghana’s leading comedy acts and marks another significant milestone in his career.
Check out other winners
- Comedian of the Year / Comic Actor of the Year: Akabenezer (Ras Nene)
- Standup Comedian of the Year: Lekzy DC
- Comedy Theatre Act of the Year: Clemento Suarez
- Comedy Skit Act of the Year / Comic Writer of the Year: Jeffery Nortey
- Comic Actress of the Year: Ama Yeboah
- Comic Media Personality of the Year: Dan Kwaku Yeboah
- Alternative Comedy Act of the Year: Shatta Wale
- Comic Music Actor of the Year: Kyei Ndwom
Shows and Media Awards
- Comedy Special of the Year: “Can Pain Message” by Lekzy DC
- Comedy Event of the Year: “DKY”
- Comic Radio Program / Show of the Year: Weekend City Show (Joy FM)
- Comic TV Programme of the Year: “On a More Serious Note
