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Fosu Royal Family Breaks Silence on Akosua Serwah’s Claims Over Late Music Legend Daddy Lumba
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Fosu Royal Family Breaks Silence on Akosua Serwah’s Claims Over Late Music Legend Daddy Lumba

The Fosu Royal Family, custodians of the late music icon Charles Kwadwo Fosuh, popularly known as Daddy Lumba, has officially responded to claims made by Germany-based Akosua Serwah Fosuh over issues surrounding the late artiste’s marriage, funeral arrangements, and estate. In a statement issued through their lawyers, Baba Jamal & Associates, the family addressed what they described as “misrepresentations” by Mrs. Serwah Fosuh and reaffirmed their authority over all matters concerning the burial and legacy of the legendary highlife musician. Desertion and Divorce Allegations According to the letter, sighted by this news outlet, the Fosu family claimed that Mrs. Serwah Fosuh “refused to relocate” to Ghana when her husband was seriously ill about fifteen years ago, choosing inst...
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FINAL FUNERAL RITES OF LEGENDARY HIGHLIFE ICON DADDY LUMBA ANNOUNCED
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FINAL FUNERAL RITES OF LEGENDARY HIGHLIFE ICON DADDY LUMBA ANNOUNCED

Ghana is set to bid a final farewell to one of its most celebrated musical icons, Charles Kwadwo Fosu, affectionately known as Daddy Lumba, as the Final Funeral Rites for the legendary Highlife musician have been officially announced. According to a statement from the family and organizers, the funeral will take place on Saturday, December 6, 2025, at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium in Kumasi. The ceremony promises to be a grand celebration of life, music, and legacy — befitting a man whose voice and artistry defined generations of Ghanaian music. Dubbed “A Celebration of a Legendary Life,” the event is expected to draw thousands of fans, industry colleagues, and dignitaries from across Ghana and beyond, all gathering to honor the timeless contributions of Daddy Lumba to the Highlife ge...
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One-week memorial held for legendary Highlife musician Daddy Lumba
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One-week memorial held for legendary Highlife musician Daddy Lumba

Thousands of music enthusiasts and supporters from all walks of life congregated at the Independence Square in Accra to mark the one-week memorial of the late iconic Ghanaian musician Charles Kwadwo Fosu, popularly known as Daddy Lumba.  It was a time to reflect and celebrate the life of Daddy Lumba, one of Ghana's most famous music sons, who died on July 26, 2025, at the age of 60, following a brief illness.  It was a vibrant and well-attended one-week observation event, with scores of musicians, politicians, and sympathisers mourning and offering their sympathies to the bereaved family.    Despite no date announced for his final funeral rites, Daddy Lumba is set to be given a befitting burial in Kumasi in coming months.  Former President Nana Addo Dankwa A...
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Daddy Lumba’s One-Week Observation Moved to Independence Square
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Daddy Lumba’s One-Week Observation Moved to Independence Square

Organizers of the one-week observation for the late highlife legend, Daddy Lumba, have announced a change of venue from Legon to the Black Star Square (Independence Square) in Accra. The decision comes in respect of the ban on funerals within the La Traditional Area, which includes Legon. The commemoration will now be held on Saturday, 30th August 2025, at Independence Square, where fans, family, and well-wishers are expected to gather in their numbers to celebrate and honor the life and legacy of the music icon.
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Family Announces One-Week Observation of Legendary Highlife Icon Daddy Lumba
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Family Announces One-Week Observation of Legendary Highlife Icon Daddy Lumba

The family of the late Charles Kwadwo Fosuh, popularly known as Daddy Lumba, has officially announced the one-week observation ceremony in honor of the celebrated Ghanaian music legend. The event is scheduled to take place on Saturday, 30th August 2025, at 9:00 AM at the Legon Sports Stadium (University of Ghana Sports Stadium) in Accra. The family extended a humble and respectful invitation to friends, fans, and the general public to join them in celebrating the life and legacy of Daddy Lumba, whose music has touched millions across Ghana and beyond. Born in 1964, Daddy Lumba rose to prominence in the late 1980s and went on to become one of Ghana’s most iconic highlife musicians, with an impressive catalogue of timeless songs. His passing in 2025 has been described as a great los...
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Ekuona Royal Family and Fosuh Family Visit Chief of Staff Ahead of Daddy Lumba’s One-Week Commemoration
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Ekuona Royal Family and Fosuh Family Visit Chief of Staff Ahead of Daddy Lumba’s One-Week Commemoration

The Ekuona Royal Family, together with the Fosuh Family, on Monday paid a courtesy call on the Chief of Staff, Hon. Julius Debrah, at the Flagstaff House in Accra. The purpose of the visit was to officially inform the Chief of Staff of the upcoming one-week commemoration ceremony in honour of Ghanaian music legend, Charles Kwadwo Fosu, popularly known as Daddy Lumba. The solemn ceremony has been scheduled for Saturday, 30th August 2025, at the Legon Sports Stadium. Speaking during the visit, family representatives expressed gratitude to the government and the people of Ghana for the outpouring of love and support following the passing of the iconic highlife musician. They emphasized that the one-week commemoration would be a national gathering to celebrate the life, music, and leg...
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One-Week Observation for Daddy Lumba to Be Held on August 30 in Accra — Final Funeral in Kumasi
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One-Week Observation for Daddy Lumba to Be Held on August 30 in Accra — Final Funeral in Kumasi

The Ekuona Royal Family of Nsuta has officially announced that the one-week celebration of the late Ghanaian music icon, Charles Kwadwo Fosu, affectionately known as Daddy Lumba, will take place in Accra on Saturday, August 30, 2025. This announcement follows the formal communication of his passing to the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, at the Manhyia Palace in Kumasi. According to the Abusuapanyin (family head) of the royal family, the final funeral rites will be held in Kumasi, the capital of the Ashanti Region, in honor of Daddy Lumba’s royal lineage. While the exact venue for the funeral is yet to be disclosed, the family noted that the decision to hold the final rites in Kumasi reflects the legendary musician’s ancestral roots. “It is only right that his final resting and f...
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Gambo Pays Tribute To Late Highlife Legend Daddy Lumba During Davido’s Philadelphia Concert
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Gambo Pays Tribute To Late Highlife Legend Daddy Lumba During Davido’s Philadelphia Concert

Award-winning Ghanaian hip hop artist, Bashir Annan, popularly known as Gambo, paid a heartfelt tribute to the late iconic Ghanaian highlife legend, Daddy Lumba, during Davido’s concert in Philadelphia, USA. Gambo, who is currently touring the United States with Nigerian Afrobeats superstar Davido, paused his performance at Philadelphia's Liacouras Center on Saturday, August 2, to honor Daddy Lumba—real name Charles Kwadwo Fosu—who passed away on Saturday, July 26, 2025, at the age of 60. Gambo held a candle light at the 10,000 seating capacity Liacouras Center in honour of the legendary Daddy Lumba. https://youtube.com/shorts/z8ZLskVSfEg?si=7ZSE_KoY57DihZdJ Born on September 29, 1964, in Nsuta, Daddy Lumba was the son of Johnson Kwadwo Fosuh and Ama Saah. He rose to fame as ...
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Thousands Gather at Independence Square for Candlelight Vigil Honouring Daddy Lumba
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Thousands Gather at Independence Square for Candlelight Vigil Honouring Daddy Lumba

Thousands of Ghanaians filled Independence Square in Accra last Saturday night to honour the life and legacy of the late highlife icon, Daddy Lumba, in a moving candlelight vigil that paid tribute to his unparalleled contribution to Ghanaian music. Clad in black mourning attire with red headbands, mourners illuminated the square with glowing candles, creating a solemn yet celebratory atmosphere that reflected on a musical career spanning more than three decades. The event featured a blend of emotional tributes, poetry recitals, and choral renditions, alongside powerful performances of Daddy Lumba’s timeless classics. The crowd sang along to beloved hits that have long served as soundtracks to Ghanaian life, love, and culture. Prominent figures from the entertainment industry and p...
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Dr. Bawumia Visits Daddy Lumba’s Family, Calls for State Funeral
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Dr. Bawumia Visits Daddy Lumba’s Family, Calls for State Funeral

Former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, accompanied by leading officials of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Members of Parliament, and close friends, has paid a visit to the family of the late Ghanaian music legend, Daddy Lumba, to express his condolences and sign the book of condolence. During the solemn visit to the late musician’s residence, Dr. Bawumia acknowledged the profound impact Daddy Lumba had on Ghanaian society through his “deep and timeless songs,” describing his musical legacy as “immense and irreplaceable.” Recognizing the icon’s lifelong contribution to the nation’s cultural identity and musical heritage, Dr. Bawumia made a passionate appeal for the state to honour Daddy Lumba with a state funeral, stating that such a tribute would be a fitting recognition of his ...
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