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Fritz Baffour born March 11, 1952, in Accra is a Ghanaian journalist, media consultant, actor, comedian, and statesman whose career spans over five decades.

The son of an academic and early mechanical engineer, Baffour started his media journey in the mid-1960s with Ghana Television and progressively worked with international broadcasters in Liberia, Nigeria, the UK, and the U.S.

He later transitioned to politics, serving as Member of Parliament for Ablekuma South from 2009 to 2017 and as Minister for Information in 2012 under President John Atta Mills, showcasing his ability to blend media acumen with public service.

Beyond journalism and politics, Baffour has made his mark in entertainment. He has acted in film and television, nurtured Ghana’s comedy scene as a performer and mentor, and advocated for treating comedy as a serious enterprise.

Notably, he has appeared on high-profile comedy platforms alongside younger talents, urging discipline and innovation in the industry . His multifaceted contributions continue to influence media, culture, and governance in Ghana.

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