John Dramani Mahama Spent A Lot Of Money Trying To Save Her Life But She Still Died – Kwame Dzokoto Speaks On Death Of Little Mercy Smith

Ghanaian actress Mercy Little Smith, affectionately known for her role as ‘Benyiwaa’ in the popular TV series Efiewura, passed away on December 17, 2024, after battling a health condition.

Her co-star, Kwame Dzokoto, who portrayed her on-screen husband in Efiewura, shared an emotional tribute, revealing that former President John Dramani Mahama had been deeply involved in efforts to save her life. Dzokoto disclosed that Mahama invested significantly in Smith’s medical treatment, hoping for her recovery.

Mercy Little Smith’s portrayal of Benyiwaa, the clever and determined wife of Judge Koboo, resonated with audiences across Ghana, securing her place as one of the most iconic figures in local television drama.

Her passing has elicited an outpouring of grief and tributes from fans, colleagues, and the general public, all mourning the loss of a cherished actress who made significant contributions to Ghanaian entertainment.

The Efiewura TV series’ official Facebook page announced her passing with the heartfelt message, “RIP Benyiwaa. She left the earth plane yesterday. Bye.

“Da yie… Mercy Little Smith
.. A. K. A. Benyiwa of efiewura Tv fame

I have lost my dear on the screen.
You fought so well over this health condition and God knows what’s best for you at this time.
Life is like a stage play and you ve played your path.
I don’t know how to break this story to the President elect… John Dramani Mahama
I know he will be in a shock mode with this news. He wanted u to overcome it. so when he heard the news about your condition…..he invested soo much on your bills, just to survive it.
We are shattered
Ghana will always remember you on your memorable performances and the impact you ve made on film and culture as an actress.” He wrote on Facebook.

Source:Ghanacelebrities.com