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Father Ankrah surpasses Wode Maya as the most subscribed to YouTuber in Ghana

Father Ankrah, a skilled Ghanaian comedian, has emerged as the new YouTube sensation, surpassing Wode Maya’s subscriber count.

In 2021, Wode Maya became the first Ghanaian to attain the milestone of one million subscribers on the popular online video platform.

Until recently, Wode Maya held the mantle as the leading Ghanaian YouTuber.

However, Father Ankrah’s rise to prominence has been remarkable. He achieved the feat of becoming the fastest Ghanaian channel to hit one million views on YouTube.

He accomplished this feat within a mere seven months, spanning from November 2022 to May 2023.

His rapid ascent propelled him to over 1.4 million subscribers on YouTube, accompanied by an impressive one billion views, as of August 2023, solidifying his position as Ghana’s YouTube leader in terms of subscribers.

Father Ankrah, along with his fellow content creator; Stone, are taking over the digital landscape, captivating audiences with their innovative comedy videos.

Father Ankrah and Stone are famously known for creating the viral bottle flip challenge which went viral across the globe

Notably, Father Ankrah is also making waves as a prominent TikTok star, seamlessly embodying the persona of African Charlie Chaplin in his comedic content.

Born Eric Duodu Ankrah on February 21, 1993, Father Ankrah is a multi-talented Ghanaian internet sensation celebrated for his prowess as a professional dancer, unicyclist, comedian, and content creator.

His journey commenced in 2012 with content creation on Facebook before his foray into the YouTube realm.

He distinguished himself by his portrayal of the African version of Charlie Chaplin.

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Source: www.ghanaweb.com

Ogyem Solomon

Solomon Ogyem – Media Entrepreneur | Journalist | Brand Ambassador Solomon Ogyem is a dynamic Ghanaian journalist and media entrepreneur currently based in South Africa. With a solid foundation in journalism, Solomon is a graduate of the OTEC School of Journalism and Communication Studies in Ghana and Oxbridge Academy in South Africa. He began his career as a reporter at OTEC 102.9 MHz in Kumasi, where he honed his skills in news reporting, community storytelling, and radio broadcasting. His passion for storytelling and dedication to the media industry led him to establish Press MltiMedia Company in South Africa—a growing platform committed to authentic African narratives and multimedia journalism. Solomon is the founder and owner of Thepressradio.com, a news portal focused on delivering credible, timely, and engaging stories across Ghana and Africa. He also owns Press Global Tickets, a service-driven venture in the travel and logistics space, providing reliable ticketing services. He previously owned two notable websites—Ghanaweb.mobi and ShowbizAfrica.net—both of which contributed to entertainment and socio-political discussions within Ghana’s digital space. With a diverse background in media, digital journalism, and business, Solomon Ogyem is dedicated to telling impactful African stories, empowering youth through media, and building cross-continental media partnerships.

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