Daddy Lumba’s 77-Year-Old Music Teacher Steals Spotlight While Visiting His Family in East Legon

• Highlife musician Daddy Lumba's teacher, who taught him how to sing, has surfaced on social media after his passing
• The teacher, during her introduction at his East Legon residence, mentioned other prominent figures she also taught
• Many people talked about how youthful and energetic she looked in the videos trending on social media

The teacher who taught the legendary highlife musician Daddy Lumba how to sing has surfaced, after she visited his East Legon residence to commiserate with his family.

Daddy Lumba's teacher surfaces

A remarkable figure has captured the attention of Ghanaians in the days following the passing of highlife icon Daddy Lumba.

On Friday, August 1, 2025, a 77-year-old woman visited the late musician’s East Legon residence to commiserate with his family.

Her presence sparked curiosity and admiration when it was announced that she was none other than Daddy Lumba’s former music teacher.

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The elderly woman, full of grace and composure, taught the Ofon Na Ɛdi Asɛm Fo crooner how to sing during his days at Juaben Senior High School, where she nurtured his raw vocal talent.

Many believed it was under her guidance that Charles Kwadwo Fosu, later known as Daddy Lumba, developed the foundation for what would become a legendary music career.

But her influence didn’t end there. She also taught and mentored other prominent Ghanaians, including former Minister of Food and Agriculture, Bryan Acheampong; the Minister for Foreign Affairs and North Tongu MP, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, and former Adansi-Asokwa MO, K.T. Hammond, proving that her impact spans both the creative arts and politics.

Her visit to Lumba's residence was more than a condolence call; it was a full-circle emotional moment that reminded Ghanaians of the unsung heroes behind their icons. Her story is a beautiful testament to the power of teachers and the legacies they help create.

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Reactions to Daddy Lumba's music teacher

Daddy Lumba's teacher's beauty and youthful look were the centre of discussion in the comment section. People talked about her respectful composure and her lovely accent.

Others also calculated and analysed how old she was when she taught the highlife legend at Juaben SHS.

Kofi Himans💫 said:

"Very respectful woman. 77 and still looks younger 😍."

cocopearl0 said:

"She has a nice accent 🥰🥰🥰."

STITCH AND STYLE 🧵🪡👗 said:

"All professions can boast, but the teacher taught them all👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾."

Akonobaloner said:

"This woman is very beautiful 🥰🥰."

Youngster Brown said:

"KT Hammond looks older than his madam."

Multitech Company. said:

"She was 17 when DL was born. So, assuming DL got to SSS at the age of 15, then she was 32. So why are people surprised by her age?"

Theresa Abebrese's home trends

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YEN.com.gh reported that a video of Theresa Abebrese’s house, known as the Kotoko Residence, went viral after the death of highlife legend Daddy Lumba on Saturday, July 26, 2025.

The beautiful home has now become a tourist attraction, with many fans visiting to take photos and pay their respects. The house gained attention because Daddy Lumba’s hit song "Theresa" was inspired by her.

Proofreading by Omoleye Omoruyi, copy editor at YEN.com.gh.

Source: YEN.com.gh