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...