DKB Ghana, born Derick Kobina Bonney, is a Ghanaian stand-up comedian, television presenter, actor, and event host. He is one of the most recognizable figures in Ghana’s comedy scene and has built a career across live performance, television, radio, and event production. His rise to prominence was strengthened by his appearance on Big Brother Africa in 2012, which expanded his visibility beyond Ghana.
Profile Summary
| Full name | Derick Kobina Bonney |
| Date of birth | 3 September 1985 |
| Place of birth | Accra, Ghana; Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital |
| Nationality | Ghanaian |
| Province of Origin | Greater Accra Region / Ga-Adangbe background |
| Partner | Unmarried |
| Children | None |
| Occupations | Comedian, TV presenter, actor, event host, broadcaster, entertainment organizer |
| Net worth | US$100,000 to US$300,000 |
Early Life and Education
DKB was born on 3 September 1985 in Accra, Ghana, at Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital. He is from a Ga-Adangbe background and is widely associated with the Greater Accra area.
He attended Universal Academy for his early education, then continued at St. Anthony’s Preparatory School. He later studied at St. John’s Grammar Senior High School, where he read Agricultural Science and was active in entertainment activities. He went on to the University of Ghana in 2005, where he studied BSc Agriculture and specialized in Post-Harvest Technology.
Career
DKB’s career in entertainment began during his school and university years, when he was already active in dancing, rapping, and stage performances. His comedy journey reportedly gained momentum after a campus joking competition inspired him to take comedy more seriously.
After university, he moved into media and broadcasting and completed his national service with YFM 107.9 in 2010. He later became a familiar face on Ghanaian television through shows such as Citizen Comedy Show on Metro TV and Laugh A Minute on Viasat 1, which helped establish him as a major comedy act in the country.
His popularity grew further when he represented Ghana on Big Brother Africa (Season 7) in 2012. That appearance brought him continental exposure and made him a household name among audiences who had not yet followed his local comedy work closely.
Beyond stand-up, DKB has also worked as a TV personality, radio host, event host, and entertainment organizer. He has been linked with multiple entertainment platforms and projects, which shows the breadth of his media presence.
He has also remained politically and socially outspoken, which has kept him in public conversation well beyond entertainment. In recent years, interviews and news reports have continued to feature him as an active media personality with a strong public voice.
Personal Life
DKB, whose full name is Derick Kobina Bonney, is not publicly known to be married. He has also spoken openly about marriage, saying he plans to wait until he reaches his financial target of earning GH₵150,000 per comedy show before settling down.
Net Worth
DKB’s net worth is estimated at around US$100,000 to US$300,000, based on his work in comedy, TV, hosting, and event production.
Awards And Recognition
DKB has received several awards and nominations across Ghanaian and diaspora entertainment platforms. Some of the more commonly listed ones include:
- 2016 — Comedian of the Year, Viasat1 “JIGWE” Awards, Ghana — Won.
- 2019 — Best Comedy Act, Ghana Entertainment Awards, US — Won.
- 2019 — Best Ghanaian Comedian of the Year, Ghana Music & Arts Awards, EU — Won.
- 2018 — Best Entertainer of the Year, GH Entertainment Awards, US — Nominated.
- 2018 — Comedian of the Year, Ghana Entertainment Awards, US — Won.
- 2017 — Best Comedian Act, GH Entertainment Awards, US — Won.
He has also been widely described as one of Ghana’s top comedians and a leading figure in the country’s comedy space.
