OB Amponsah Wins Gold in US Stand-Up Competition After Making It to Finals
- Ghanaian comedian OB Amponsah has been adjudged the new winner of the 2025 comedy competition organised by Idiot Box
- The comedian's win unlocks a historic milestone as he becomes the competition's first Ghanaian winner
- He took to social media to share and express his joy after winning the competition
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Ghanaian comedian OB Amponsah has won this year's Ultimate Comic Challenge, hosted by The Idiot Box Comedy Club in Greensboro, North Carolina.
Source: Facebook
Announcing his milestone on August 10, after the final, OB Amponsah established that winning the competition was an unbelievable and surreal experience.
"Holy Smokes!!! We won Gold!!! God is Good!!! I am the Ultimate Comic. Can you believe that? Damnnn! Thank you. The Idiot Box for this opportunity. The feeling is surreal!!! I’m beyond ecstatic for this win…Congratulations to all the amazing finalists. Seth, Troy, Artsy, Ethan and Jay Stadler. You guys are the funniest!!!!" I’m super glad to be part of the Greensboro comedy community. Thank you Jennie Stencel. You are an angel. Cheers to the future," he said.
The win unlocks a historic feat for OB Amponsah, making him the first Ghanaian to win the competition.
OB Amponsah criticises Akufo-Addo's governance
Earlier, YEN.com.gh reported that OB Amponsah had opened up about Akufo-Addo's governance as president of Ghana.
According to OB Amponsah, he has regretted being a fan of President Akufo-Addo. The award-winning comedian says he has been consistent with his support toward the president since 2008.
OB Amponsah, after voting for Akufo-Addo throughout his four elections, established that he regretted supporting him.
Source: YEN.com.gh
