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A sea of mourners, admirers, and well-wishers filled Black Star Square in Accra on Saturday, 30 August 2025, for the one-week observation of Ghanaian highlife legend Daddy Lumba.
The atmosphere was steeped in emotion as family, friends, and fellow musicians paid tribute through music, prayers, and heartfelt recollections of the man whose songs defined generations.
The commemoration drew influential figures from across the creative arts and other sectors, underscoring the enormous impact Daddy Lumba had on Ghana’s cultural and social landscape. Born Charles Kwadwo Fosu, the celebrated musician passed away on 8 August 2025 following a prolonged illness, a loss that reverberated throughout the nation and beyond.
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Daddy Lumba
With a career spanning over four decades, Daddy Lumba’s artistry shaped the trajectory of highlife music, producing countless classics such as Makra Mo that continue to inspire. His unmatched contribution earned him recognition as one of Ghana’s most influential performers, leaving behind a musical heritage that will long endure.
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The one-week ceremony forms part of a series of events planned to honour his memory. According to family sources, a state-assisted funeral and further commemorative activities will follow in the weeks ahead, ensuring the highlife legend is celebrated with the dignity and reverence befitting his legacy.