''Dada Boat'' is a television programme that shows daily on

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(OBE). It has some similarities to ''

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'', another popular Ghanaian programme.

Setting

The story is set in

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, where a young man named Dada Boat, played by

Mikki Osei Berko Mikki Osei Berko (born 1973) is a Ghanaian-born actor. He played Master Richard in the TV series ''Taxi Driver'' and Dada Boat in '' Dada Boat''. He has served as the assemblyman for the Ayidiki electoral area for one term, and is also the execut ...

, is involved in various comical situations and scams. The comedy in ''Dada Boat'' arises from his attempt to imitate African-American

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, which is somewhat frowned upon by the Ghanaian locals. He oftentimes wear jewelries, particularly a big Necklace and other pieces. His best friend is Hotman, who is also a character in the programme. Although the story is fictional, it has a real life setting, unlike other programmes, which are often recorded on specially made sets. Dada Boat is a relative of the character in ''Taxi Driver'' known as "Master Richard". They are both played by the Ghanaian actor Mikki Osei Berko.

References

Ghanaian television series Ghanaian comedy television series 2010s Ghanaian television series {{Ghana-tv-prog-stub