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Step into the time machine and relive the golden era of Ghanaian television. Back when families gathered around the TV, not phones, and shows like Inspector Bediako, Ultimate Paradise, and Things We Do for Love kept us glued to our screens. This quiz is for the 80s, 90s, and early 2000s kids who remember when storytelling was raw, relatable, and iconic.
We've lined up 15 images from some of Ghana's most beloved TV shows — dramas, comedies, detective series, family sagas, and everything in between. All you have to do is identify the right show from the picture. Some will be easy. Others will have you scratching your head and calling your siblings for backup.
Expect memories. Expect laughter. Expect serious nostalgia.
So, can you really name these old Ghanaian TV shows just from a picture? Or have the years blurred your memory?
Press play and let’s see if you’re a true TV Time Traveler.
Note: You have 10 secs per question!
A Ghanaian English-language family drama series that premiered in 2012. The show portrays the relationships, growth, and challenges within a family living in Accra. What is the name of this show?
Home sweet home is an English language Ghanaian family drama series premiered in 2012. This program portrayed how a family related to each other and the growth and the challenges they faced.
Home sweet home is an english language Ghanaian family drama series premiered in 2012. This program portrayed how a family related to each other and the growth and the challenges they faced.
A Ghanaian teen drama that aired in the early 2000s and followed the lives, love, and challenges of high school students. What is the name of this show?
The correct answer is Things We Do For Love
Things We Do For Love was a hit Ghanaian TV series in the early 2000s. It followed teenagers navigating love, peer pressure, and school life, with memorable characters like Pusher, Dede, and BB.
Which legendary TV drama is this scene from?
The correct answer is Efiewura.
Efiewura is a Twi word that literally translates to "Landlord" in English. It is a popular Ghanaian television series that aired on TV3, delivered in the Akan language. The show focuses on the dynamics between landlords and tenants, capturing the everyday struggles, humor, and relationships that arise in a typical Ghanaian compound house. Premiering in 2001, Efiewura has continued for decades, making it one of the longest-running television shows in Ghana’s entertainment history.
A popular Ghanaian Akan-language drama series in the 1990s and early 2000s, featuring comedic music and moral lessons. What is the name of this show?
The correct answer is Cantata, a funny Akan-language TV show with short plays based on everyday life, social issues, and traditional culture. It gave advice while entertaining viewers and was very popular in the 1990s and early 2000s.
A Ghanaian comedy series set in Accra, where the main character, known for his oversized necklace and attempts to imitate African-American and often finds himself in funny scams and awkward situations.
The show is Dada Boat, starring Mikki Osei Berko as a flashy young man trying to live like an African-American returnee in Accra. Known for his big necklace, wild fashion, and exaggerated accent, Dada Boat often finds himself in hilarious situations.
This famous Ghanaian drama series was aired on GTV and was known for teaching strong moral lessons through stories about everyday Ghanaian life. What is the name of this show?
The correct answer is Obra, a legendary Ghanaian TV drama series that told real-life stories to teach lessons. It was one of the most impactful and educational shows of its time, especially during the 1980s and 1990s.
An old comedy series set during the colonial era, featuring a cunning interpreter who often miscommunicates between a rural Fante community and a British colonial official.
The correct answer is District Colonial Court. It was a popular Ghanaian comedy series that aired during the 1990s and early 2000s. The show featured the late veteran actor Kofi Laing, popularly known as Kohwe, who played a crafty interpreter mediating between a rural Fante community and a British colonial official. His humorous misuse of the English language and cunning tactics to siphon items from unsuspecting individuals made the show a must-watch for many Ghanaians .
District Colonial Court was a popular Ghanaian comedy series that aired during the 1990s and early 2000s. The show featured the late veteran actor Kofi Laing, popularly known as Kohwe, who played a crafty interpreter mediating between a rural Fante community and a British colonial official. His humorous misuse of the English language and cunning tactics to siphon items from unsuspecting individuals made the show a must-watch for many Ghanaians .
A popular Ghanaian comedy show that aired in the 1990s and 2000s, featuring music, drama, and comedy. What is the name of this show?
The correct answer is Key Soap Concert Party.
Key Soap Concert Party was a popular Ghanaian variety show known for its mix of comedy, music, and drama. It aired in the 1990s and 2000s and featured talented actors like Agya Koo and Bob Santo.
A once-popular Ghanaian TV show that connected families across continents. It featured Ghanaians abroad sending video messages, greetings, and gifts to loved ones back home.
Greetings From Abroad, hosted by Nana Adwoa Awindor, aired from 1998 to 2008. It allowed Ghanaians abroad to send greetings to loved ones back home while also showcasing their achievements overseas.
A popular Ghanaian children’s variety show that aired on GTV. It featured talent performances, poetry recitals, drama, singing, and dance competitions.
This is Fun World, a children’s variety show that aired mostly on Sundays on GTV in the 1990s and 2000s. It gave children across Ghana the platform to showcase their talents in music, drama, and poetry.
Can you guess the show by the picture? This classic Ghanaian program featured riddles, fun traditional games, and valuable educational messages — all wrapped in lively, family-friendly entertainment.
Agorɔ is the correct answer.
Agorɔ was the legendary Ghanaian TV show hosted by David Dontoh, known for its exciting riddles, traditional games, and moral teachings. It first aired in 1998 and ran until the early 2010s, making it one of the most impactful educational game shows in Ghanaian television history.
Agoro was the legendary Ghanaian TV show hosted by David Dontoh, known for its exciting riddles, traditional games, and moral teachings. It first aired in 1998 and ran until the early 2010s, making it one of the most impactful educational game shows in Ghanaian television history.
Look closely at the man in this picture — he was the host of a beloved Ghanaian children’s TV show that entertained and educated kids every Saturday morning. What was the name of this show?
That’s Uncle George Laing, the iconic host of Kyekyekule, a beloved children’s show that aired in the 1980s and early 1990s. It was packed with songs, games, moral lessons, and storytelling, making it a favorite among Ghanaian kids growing up during that era.
The show was very popular in the late 1990s and early 2000s. What is the name of this TV show?
The correct answer is Taxi Driver, a well-loved Ghanaian comedy show from the late 1990s and early 2000s. It featured funny and realistic stories about a taxi driver and his passengers, often with lessons hidden in the comedy.
Notable actors included Mikki Osei Berko as Master Richard and Psalm Adjeteyfio as T.T.
This Ghanaian children's TV show was aired in the 1990s and early 2000s, featuring storytelling sessions centered around the character Kweku Ananse. What is the name of this show?
By the Fireside was a popular Ghanaian children's television program that aired on GTV during the 1990s and early 2000s. Hosted by Grace Omaboe (Maame Dokono), the show featured storytelling sessions where children gathered around a central storyteller to listen to folktales, primarily focusing on the cunning spider character, Kweku Ananse. The program combined storytelling with music and dance, aiming to educate and entertain young audiences by imparting moral lessons through traditional folklore.
Take a good look at the man in this picture — he played the lead role in a popular Ghanaian crime drama series from the 1990s. Which TV show did he star in?
That is Oscar Provencal, the star of Inspector Bediako, Ghana’s famous 1990s crime drama. The show followed a brilliant detective as he solved tough cases and promoted justice, and it became a national favorite for its suspenseful storytelling and social messages. It began airing in the mid-1990s and remains a cult classic.
The correct answer is Inspector Bediako.
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