Ras Nene

Ras Nene
Born	Ebenezer Akwasi Antwi (1980-04-23) April 23, 1980 (age 45) Tafo, Kumasi, Ghana
Nationality	Ghanaian
Other names	Dr. Likee, Akabenezer
Occupation(s)	Actor, comedian
Years active	2009–present

Ebenezer Akwasi Antwi (born 23 April 1980), known professionally as Ras Nene, Dr. Likee, or Akabenezer, is a Ghanaian actor and comedian. ^{[1] [2] [3]} He is known for his roles in Kumawood films and for producing comedy skits on YouTube, which have attracted a large following in Ghana. ^{[4] [5]}

Early life

Antwi was born in Tafo, a suburb of Kumasi, where he attended both primary and secondary school. ^[3] In interviews, he has spoken about a difficult youth, which included early exposure to smoking and drinking, drug use, and eventual imprisonment before changing his lifestyle. ^[6]

Career

He appeared in Kumawood films, often portraying gangster or villain characters. In 2012, he started producing comedy skits, and by 2018 he appeared in more films and online productions.

By 2020, he focused primarily on comedy, creating skits on YouTube under the name "Dr. Likee," which attracted attention on digital platforms. He has featured in more than 200 films and over 500 skits.

In 2022, he was named Comic Actor of the Year at the Entertainment Achievement Awards. In 2023, he appeared in the films Akashaolin Soccer and Akacalito.

Antwi began acting in 2009 after accompanying friends to a film set, where he was offered a minor role. ^[7] He appeared in Kumawood films, often portraying gangster or villain characters. In 2012, he started producing comedy skits, and by 2018 he appeared in more films and online productions. ^{[8] [3]}

By 2020, he focused primarily on comedy, creating skits on YouTube under the name "Dr. Likee," which attracted attention on digital platforms. ^{[9] [10]}

In 2022, he was named Comic Actor of the Year at the Entertainment Achievement Awards. ^{[2] [11]} In 2023, he appeared in the films Akashaolin Soccer and Akacalito. ^[12]

References

1. "Skit maker Ras Nene is a brother of this popular gospel musician - MyJoyOnline" . Retrieved 2025-09-10.
2. "Ras Nene is #EAAwards 2022 Comic Actor of the Year". 2022-02-26. Retrieved 2025-09-10.
3. "Dr Likee: From unexpected beginnings to comedy skit icon". GhanaRemembers. Retrieved 2025-09-10.
4. "Ghana: How Ras Nene Is Helping Shape Kumawood". allAfrica.com. Archived from the original on 2024-05-16. Retrieved 2025-09-10.
5. "Ras Nene takes Ghanaian comedy to new heights with hilarious 'Prince Aladdin' movie - Adomonline.com". 2023-05-19. Retrieved 2025-09-10.
6. Coomson, Nana Kwesi (2023-01-18). "Dr. Likee recounts how he smuggled drugs to Libya and other dangerous lifestyle". The Ghanaian Chronicle. Retrieved 2025-09-10.
7. "Actor Ras Nene tells how he discovered his new talent". Ghanaweb.com. 20 February 2021. Retrieved September 9, 2025.
8. "Dr Likee (Ras Nene) News and Daily Updates on Yen.com.gh — page 17". yen.com.gh. 2023-05-09. Retrieved 2025-09-10.
9. Lartey, Winifred (2023-01-18). "Seven things you didn't know about Ras Nene (Dr Likee)". Asaase Radio. Retrieved 2025-09-10.
10. "Dr Likee trends with hilarious skits". Graphic Online. 14 August 2021. Retrieved 10 September 2025.
11. "Ras Nene is #EAAwards 2022 Comic Actor of the Year - Ghana Weekend". 2022-02-26. Retrieved 2025-09-10.
12. Otu-Aboagye, David (2023-06-09). "Akashaolin Soccer: Dr Likee And His Team Praised For The Last Episode Of Their "Shaolin Soccer" Rendition". yen.com.gh. Retrieved 2025-09-10.