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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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PROFILE OF DADDY LUMBA – THE LEGEND OF GHANAIAN HIGHLIFE MUSIC
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PROFILE OF DADDY LUMBA – THE LEGEND OF GHANAIAN HIGHLIFE MUSIC

Name: Charles Kwadwo Fosu Stage Name: Daddy Lumba Date of Birth: September 29, 1964 Place of Birth: Nsuta, Ashanti Region, Ghana Profession: Musician, Songwriter, Producer Genres: Highlife, Hiplife, Gospel Active Years: 1980s – 2025 A Voice That Defined Generations Daddy Lumba, born Charles Kwadwo Fosu, was not just a name in the Ghanaian music scene—he was an institution. With a career spanning over three decades, Lumba became a defining figure in highlife music, reshaping its contours and elevating it into a modern, relatable, and commercially vibrant art form. Emerging from the humble town of Nsuta in the Ashanti Region, Lumba’s musical journey began early, influenced by church choirs and local rhythms. His passion for music intensified during his teenage year...
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Beeztrap KOTM Postpones Debut Album ‘Power’ to Honor the Legacy of Highlife Legend Daddy Lumba
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Beeztrap KOTM Postpones Debut Album ‘Power’ to Honor the Legacy of Highlife Legend Daddy Lumba

Rising Ghanaian music star Beeztrap KOTM has announced the postponement of his debut album, “Power,” in a respectful tribute to the late Highlife icon, Daddy Lumba. Originally scheduled for release this week, the album will now be available on August 8, 2025, across all streaming platforms. The announcement follows the passing of Daddy Lumba, one of Ghana’s most celebrated and influential musicians. In a heartfelt statement, Beeztrap expressed his condolences and acknowledged the impact of the legendary artist on Ghanaian music and culture. “I want to express my deepest condolences to the family, friends, and fans of Daddy Lumba, whose monumental contributions to Ghanaian music have left an indelible mark on the industry,” Beeztrap said. “Out of respect for the legend’s legacy and...
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Passing of Daddy Lumba: Former President John Agyekum Kufuor Pays Emotional Tribute to Highlife Legend
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Passing of Daddy Lumba: Former President John Agyekum Kufuor Pays Emotional Tribute to Highlife Legend

Former President John Agyekum Kufuor has joined the nation in mourning the passing of Ghanaian Highlife legend Charles Kwadwo Fosu, affectionately known as Daddy Lumba, describing the news of his death as shocking and deeply painful. In a heartfelt press release issued from his office on Monday, July 28, the former president expressed disbelief over the unexpected death of the celebrated musician, admitting he had not been aware of any illness. “The news of the passing away, this past weekend, of one of the foremost Ghanaian highlife artists ever, Daddy Lumba, hit me like a thunderbolt,” the statement read. “I never heard of his illness, which makes it all the more shocking.” President Kufuor praised Daddy Lumba for his unmatched talent, iconic voice, and timeless lyrics that capt...
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President Mahama Mourns the Loss of Music Icon Daddy Lumba: “His Legacy Will Echo Through the Ages”
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President Mahama Mourns the Loss of Music Icon Daddy Lumba: “His Legacy Will Echo Through the Ages”

President John Dramani Mahama has joined the nation in mourning the death of Ghanaian highlife legend Charles Kwadwo Fosu, affectionately known as Daddy Lumba, who passed away on Saturday, July 26, 2025, after a short illness. In a heartfelt tribute shared shortly after the official announcement of Lumba’s passing, President Mahama expressed deep sorrow over the loss of the music icon, describing him as a genius whose art defined and accompanied the lives of many Ghanaians. “I have learnt with deep sorrow the passing of Ghanaian music legend, Charles Kwadwo Fosu, affectionately known as Daddy Lumba,” President Mahama stated. He praised Lumba’s exceptional ability to capture life’s emotions through music, saying his songs served as a musical companion through different phases of li...
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Dr. Bawumia Mourns Highlife Legend Daddy Lumba: “A Huge Blow to Ghana”
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Dr. Bawumia Mourns Highlife Legend Daddy Lumba: “A Huge Blow to Ghana”

Former Vice President of Ghana, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has expressed profound sorrow over the reported demise of celebrated highlife legend Charles Kwadwo Fosu, popularly known as Daddy Lumba. In a heartfelt tribute, Dr. Bawumia described Daddy Lumba not only as a musical icon but also as a source of inspiration and strength to generations of Ghanaians. “Lumba didn’t only entertain but also inspired and uplifted many of us. His passing is indeed a huge blow to Ghana,” Dr. Bawumia stated. The former Vice President extended his condolences to the bereaved family, especially Lumba’s wife, and to his multitude of fans both in Ghana and across the globe. “I extend my heartfelt condolences to his wife, family, fans, and Ghana. Rest well, LEGEND,” he concluded. Daddy Lumba, renowned...
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Ghana Mourns the Loss of Music Legend Charles Kojo Fosu, a.k.a. Daddy Lumba
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Ghana Mourns the Loss of Music Legend Charles Kojo Fosu, a.k.a. Daddy Lumba

Ghana has been plunged into mourning following the passing of one of its most iconic and influential musicians, Charles Kojo Fosu, popularly known as Daddy Lumba. The legendary highlife artist passed away earlier today, Saturday, July 26, 2025, after a short illness. The announcement was officially made by the Fosu family in a statement signed by their legal representative, Fati Ali Yallah, Esq., of Baba Jamal & Associates. “With profound sorrow and deep grief, the Fosu family announces the passing of Ghana’s beloved musical icon, Charles Kojo Fosu, popularly known as Daddy Lumba,” the statement read. A towering figure in Ghanaian music for over three decades, Daddy Lumba was more than just a musician — he was a cultural institution. Known for his timeless voice, emotionally c...
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