Gideon Kojo Boakye

EARLY LIFE

Gideon Kojo Boakye is Ghanaian and pursued higher education at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), where he earned a Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying and Construction Economics. He later transitioned into acting, applying the discipline and analytical approach from his technical studies to his craft. He is fluent in English, Twi, and Fante. Additional personal skills noted include fitness, kickboxing, and singing.

CAREER

Gideon Kojo Boakye is a versatile Ghanaian actor active in film, television, and theatre. He has built a reputation for dynamic, authentic performances and is known among collaborators for his ability to listen, adapt, and elevate the work of those around him. Notable film credits include: Gold Coast Lounge (2020) – Yaw Nine (2023) – Jason Pawn (2024) – Abass The Storm (2024) – Charms Two of a Kind (2024) Check-In (2025) Other appearances: Single and Not Searching, Drops of Happiness (2022), The Curfew (2021), Barima: A Father’s Journey (2022), and the short Captain’s Corner (2023). Television work includes roles in popular Ghanaian series such as: Dede Madam To Have and To Hold M’asaase Stage credits demonstrate his theatrical range and include productions such as Macbeth, Born for This, and a biopic of Dr. Nyaho Tamakloe. In 2025, he received a nomination for Best Actor in a Supporting Role at the Africa Movie Academy Awards (AMAA) for his performance in Two of a Kind. This recognition highlighted his rising profile in Ghanaian and broader African cinema. He has also appeared in projects with Nollywood connections.

Boakye is regarded as a disciplined and supportive creative partner on set and stage. His background in a technical field (quantity surveying) is often noted as contributing to the precision he brings to acting. He continues to expand his body of work across Ghanaian productions and pan-African projects, contributing to the growing visibility of Ghanaian talent on the continental film scene. His social media presence reflects a focus on his professional journey and personal philosophy of living fully.