Bakari is a fictional character portrayed by Ahmad Nicholas Ferguson in the TV series The Chi.
In the first episode they appeared in, titled Buss Down (season 3), they were 18 years old.
They appear in 25 episodes out of a total of 66 aired so far
Episodes25
Buss Down
episode S3.E3 july 2020The Williams family goes into a tailspin. Emmett and Tiff devise a plan to move in with Jada while he gets his new business off the ground. Ronnie gets a not-so-friendly reminder that his neighborhood has a long memory of his past deeds.Terror Town
episode S3.E5 july 2020Ronnie's memories threaten his progress. An unexpected visit threatens Trig's battle for custody of Jake. Kevin and his friend's adventure tests the limits of their fight-or-flight instincts. Emmett capitalizes on a predicament.Lackin'
episode S3.E9 august 2020Ronnie is praised by his church community, while others won't let him forget his mistakes. Emmett and Dom prepare for their grand opening. Kevin tries to balance obligations.Soul Food
episode S4.E1 may 2021Kiesha wrestles with a decision that will affect the life of her unborn child. A run in with police leaves Kevin, Jake and Papa reeling. Douda tries to walk the line between gangster and mayor. Season premiere.A Raisin in the Sun
episode S4.E10 august 2021Emmett tells Tiff to make a decision. Imani and Shaad get a clean slate. Jake comes clean to Jemma. Trig gives Douda an ultimatum. Tracy throws a celebratory block party. Nina and Dre put their problems aside to help someone in need.Overnight Celebrity
episode S5.E1 june 2022Emmett tries to win Tiff back. Kiesha starts a new chapter. Kevin gets more passionate. Jake tries out for basketball. Papa starts trouble at a pep rally. Jada hits a roadblock. Trig takes a major step. Douda and an old face visit Tracy.This Christmas
episode S5.E3 july 2022Emmett and Kiesha bond over single parenting. Jada confronts Suede. Trig and Jake enjoy Christmas morning. Tiff and Rob's relationship grows stronger after a holiday mishap. Douda delivers a Christmas miracle for the community.We Don't Have to Take Our Clothes Off
episode S5.E5 july 2022Kiesha and Emmett's relationship takes a turn. Jemma and Jake confront the truth. Kevin attends a cosplay party. Trig finds an unexpected connection. Papa and Bakari bond.Angels
episode S5.E7 august 2022Emmett and Tiff unite as co-parents after learning unexpected news. Kiesha gets advice from her counselor. Kevin struggles to balance dating and his gaming competitions.Sweet Thing
episode S5.E8 august 2022Valentine's Day brings unexpected developments. Trig and Shaad hit the town, while Jada and Darnell's plans are ruined. Emmett makes a mature decision. Jake and Jemma's day ends in a confession. Kiesha and Tiff meet up.I'm Looking for a New Thing
episode S5.E9 august 2022Emmett and Kiesha explore the day. Tiff opens up to Rob. Kevin is confronted by his parents. Jake and Papa's friendship is tested. Jada and Darnell make plans, while Douda makes a fateful decision.I Am the Blues
episode S5.E10 september 2022Emmett supports Jada. Kiesha and Tiff reach a resolution. Pressure mounts on Douda. Trig makes major decision. Season finale.New Chi City
episode S6.E1 august 2023Kiesha and Jake plans for exciting new career paths whereas Victor is awaiting the election results. For Emmett's the new venture yields big results but strains his personal life.Mo' Douda, Mo' Problems
episode S6.E2 august 2023Emmett and Kiesha take a big leap. Shaad launches a new business. Jamal returns to town on a mission. Papa struggles with his faith. Rob and Tiff make a potentially life-altering connection.House Party
episode S6.E3 august 2023Emmett contends with an unexpected gift. Victor surprises Fatima. Lynae starts to doubt Bakari's intentions. Papa defends Kenya. Darnell issues a warning, while Rob looks for clues.ReUp
episode S6.E4 august 2023Papa introduces Kenya to the crew, but Maisha is doubtful on Jemma's dedication. Tiff and Rob make strides with their business.One of Them Nights
episode S6.E5 september 2023Kevin, Jake, Papa and the crew celebrate a major milestone. Emmett questions Douda. Kiesha asks for help. Jamal issues a warning to Bakari over Lynae. Shaad makes a potentially life-altering decision.Boyz II Men
episode S6.E6 september 2023Pressure mounts on Victor. Emmett makes Douda an offer. A defiant Papa tests his father Pastor Stanley's patience. Dre's actions spark doubt in Nina. Kevin celebrates a major achievement.Long Live
episode S6.E7 september 2023The community reels at a loss. Jake's sage advice to Victor provides clarity. A past memory sparks a breakthrough for Kiesha. Bakari confronts Nuck. Nina makes a startling confession.Who Shot Ya?
episode S6.E8 september 2023The aftermath of unexpected events ripples through the city. Darnell makes a bold offer. Alicia confronts Tiff.The Aftermath
episode S6.E9 may 2024Victor and Emmett deal with the consequences of their decision to take on Douda. Kiesha worries about her family's safety, while Jada and Darnell make moves to keep everyone safe. Alicia cashes in a favor from Bianca.Want This Smoke
episode S6.E10 may 2024Victor learns the value of compromise. Emmett and Kiesha's date night is interrupted. Shaad makes an unlikely connection. Professor Gardner's lecture inspires Bakari. The FBI finds more evidence linking to Q's murder.Saints & Sinners
episode S6.E11 may 2024Emmett and Darnell's father-son time is interrupted by a revelation. Papa is wooed by Pastor Ezekiel, causing tension with his mother. Alicia offers Shaad an opportunity.City of Gold
episode S6.E12 may 2024Emmett looks to a new partnership as a solution to all his problems. Victor is haunted by his past mistakes. Papa makes a big decision. Devastating news sends Kiesha reeling.Legacy
episode S6.E13 june 2024Douda's birthday sparks emotions. Shocking news brings new problems for Emmett and Kiesha. Damien makes a surprising discovery while Alonzo takes a bold step.
- Buss Down
- Terror Town
- Lackin'
- Soul Food
- A Raisin in the Sun
- Overnight Celebrity
- This Christmas
- We Don't Have to Take Our Clothes Off
- Angels
- Sweet Thing
- I'm Looking for a New Thing
- I Am the Blues
- New Chi City
- Mo' Douda, Mo' Problems
- House Party
- ReUp
- One of Them Nights
- Boyz II Men
- Long Live
- Who Shot Ya?
- The Aftermath
- Want This Smoke
- Saints & Sinners
- City of Gold
- Legacy