Minister commiserates with family of Bob Okala

Accra, March 28, GNA - Mrs Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, the Minister for Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, said the Ace Comedian Samuel Kwadjo Obeng Buabeng aka Bishop Bob Okala has paid his dues to the industry and has left an indelible mark in his chosen carrier.

Mrs Ofosu-Adjare, said this when she called on the family of the late comedian.

She said even though she would have visited on her own as the sector Minister, her visit was at the instance of the President John Dramani Mahama, who was a personal friend of the late Okala.

The Minister gave the assurance that government would provide the needed support in the organisation of a befitting burial.

The family expressed appreciation for the support already being given to them.

Okala was survived by a wife, Yaa Serwah Buabeng and four children

The Minister was accompanied by officials from the Ministry, particularly, the National Theatre and some industry players.

GNA