Kumasi throws funeral ceremony for Daddy Lumba – Video breaks heart
Grief swept across Kumasi as residents held a touching funeral ceremony for highlife icon Daddy Lumba, following confirmation of his death by family spokesperson and lawyer Fati Ali Yallah on Saturday, July 26, 2025.
The tribute, organized by the Daddy Lumba Fan Club based in Kumasi, took place on Sunday, July 27, just a day after the heartbreaking announcement. The fan-led event was their way of paying homage to the legendary musician, whose music had shaped decades of Ghanaian highlife culture.
In videos trending on TikTok and other social media platforms, mourners—clad in traditional red and black funeral attire—gathered in somber unity, singing and dancing to some of Lumba’s timeless hits, including his 1990 classic “Ankwanoma.”
One particularly emotional moment captured a woman embracing a Daddy Lumba banner, weeping uncontrollably as the late icon’s music filled the air. The atmosphere was heavy with nostalgia and sorrow, a powerful reflection of the immense impact Lumba had on his fans across generations.
Songs like “Enim A Yedi Di Sika” played loudly, sparking spontaneous outbursts of dance and grief, as fans celebrated the man who gave them unforgettable melodies and messages through music.
Daddy Lumba, born Charles Kwadwo Fosu, was not only a musician but a cultural pillar whose legacy will continue to influence Ghanaian music for years to come.
His official funeral arrangements are yet to be announced by the family, but fans across the country are already finding their own ways to honour a life that touched millions…CONTINUE MORE READING>>>>>
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