"Dr Likee Sold His Car to Fund UK Comedy Show With McBrown and Others": Papa Kumasi Shares Details

• Ghanaian comedian Dr Likee sacrificed his car to fund a successful comedy show in London
• Close associate Papa Kumasi has debunked sponsorship claims, emphasising Dr Likee's personal financial commitment
• He indicated that strong support from fans, public figures, and overseas patrons made the event a success

Ghanaian comedian Dr Likee reportedly sold his car to finance his recent comedy show in London, according to fellow actor and close associate Papa Kumasi.

Dr Likee had a sold-out show in the UK on Friday, May 22, 2026, dubbed "Dr. Likee Live – A Night of Comedy, Music & Stage Play", with Nana Ama McBrown, Emelia Brobbey, and others performing.

The success of his show led to massive praise from social media users for being the first Ghanaian actor to host such a show at the 02 Indigo.

Watch the excerpts of Dr Likee's show on YouTube below:

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However, colleague actor, Kwadwo Nkansah 'Lil Win', emerged in an interview claiming Likee's show had been sponsored by an unnamed businessman, and that he had originally been billed to be on the show, but taken off because one of the organisers had an issue with him.

Lil Win's claims have been refuted by Likee's associate, Papa Kumasi, who disclosed that the show had been self-sponsored.

Speaking in an interview, Papa Kumasi dismissed claims, insisting that Dr Likee personally made major sacrifices to ensure the show came off.

“Dr Likee had to sell his own car just to sponsor the show. No one can sit anywhere and say it’s not true; the person should come out and prove that,” he said.

The actor explained that despite financial difficulties, the team managed to deliver a successful performance that attracted strong support from fans abroad.

According to him, some patrons travelled from the United States to London specifically to attend the event.

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Papa Kumasi also praised several public figures who supported the team ahead of the show, including Deputy Minister of Tourism Abeiku Santana, Gomoa Central MP Kwame Asare Obeng, popularly known as A Plus, and Minister for Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, Abla Dzifa Gomashie.

He noted that these personalities encouraged and guided the team instead of turning their backs on them during preparations for the event.

According to Papa Kumasi, the London comedy show’s success was driven by Dr Likee’s determination, sacrifice and the support of fans and well-wishers.

Likee replies Lil Win's claims about UK show

Meanwhile, Ras Nene, popularly known as Dr Likee, has confirmed he sold his personal car to finance his comedy show at Indigo at The O2 in London.

In an interview, he confirmed Papa Kumasi's disclosure that he had sacrificed so much to get the show done and also subtly refuted Lil Win's claims.

Speaking further with Zionfelix, the actor noted that his financial strain was compounded by the loss of his wallet in the UK.

According to him, the said wallet contained over £3,000 and other currencies, including US dollars and Ghana cedis, along with bank cards and a SIM card. He appealed to the public for help in recovering it.

Source: YEN.com.gh