Musicians union pays respect to Paapa Yankson’s family

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July 26, 2017 10:16 AM

They extended their deepest condolences to the family of the deceased

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The Musicians Union of Ghana (MUSIGA) has paid a courtesy call on the family of late Highlife music legend Paapa Yankson who passed away on Friday at his Dansoman residence.

The purpose of the visit was to express their condolences over the loss of the music veteran and to also reassure the Yankson family of their full cooperation and assistance.

Officials present at this meeting included Alhaji Sidiku Buari (former MUSIGA president), Bessa Simon (1st vice Chairman, GHAMRO), Ahuma Ocansey Bosco (Dir. Of Communication and special projects, MUSIGA), Rev Fiifi Khan (Administrator, MUSIGA), Ras Caleb Adjetey (Greater Accra Chairman MUSIGA), Alex Odoi (Welfare Chairman, MUSIGA), Rev. Ghansah and Mr Henry Paa Kwasi Smith (Scratch studios).

The family said the customary one week after passing will be observed on August 4 after which other funeral arrangements will be announced to the general public.

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The Highlife artiste has given Ghanaians a slew of hits like "Yaaba", "Show Your Love","Abaayi", "Tenamenkyen", "Wo yeri anaa wo maame" and a lot more.

He was 73 years old.

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