Daddy Lumba: Counsellor Lutterodt Slams Serwaa Amihere For Announcing Lumba's Passing
- Counsellor Lutterodt has stirred controversy over his utterances about Serwaa Amihere in the wake of Daddy Lumba's demise
- This comes after he blamed the Ghanaian media personality for ignoring traditional customs in announcing the demise of Daddy Lumba
- Social media users who took to the comment section of the video have shared their opinions on the comments by Counsellor Lutterodt
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Ghanaian media personality Counsellor George Lutterodt has raised serious objections regarding how the death of highlife legend Charles Kojo Fosu, popularly known as Daddy Lumba, was made public.
In an interview with Power FM, Counsellor Lutterodt expressed unhappiness, stating that the traditional customs were overlooked in the process.
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He first lamented that the decision by Ghanaian media personality Serwaa Amihere to validate claims on social media by going on DL FM to announce Daddy Lumba’s death was wrong.
He also took issue with Daddy Lumba’s lawyer for issuing a press release announcing that his client was no longer with them.
According to Counsellor Lutterodt, the family should have been the ones to announce the passing, rather than Serwaa Amihere or Daddy Lumba’s lawyers.
Daddy Lumba died on the morning of Saturday, July 26, 2025, at the Bank Hospital in Accra.
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Serwaa Amihere announces Daddy Lumba's passing
Serwaa Amihere, on Saturday, July 26, could not control her tears as she announced the passing of the legend on behalf of the family.
"The family of Daddy Lumba, officially called Charles Kojo Fosu, regrets to announce that our legend is gone. It’s been very tough for all of us, even before coming live to talk about this."
"The rumuors are true. Daddy Lumba passed on earlier this morning after a very short illness. Even though we understand the pain that this comes with, the family, the lawyer, and everyone associated with him will plead with the general public to give us some privacy as we mourn the loss of Daddy Lumba." she added.
Vigil to be held to celebrate Lumba
The Creative Arts Industry is set to organise a candlelight vigil to honour the memory of Daddy Lumba.
The solemn event will take place on August 2, 2025, at Independence Square in Accra.
The event will also be held in countries like Germany, the Netherlands, the United States, and the United Kingdom.
Well-wishers and sympathisers have begun thronging Daddy Lumba's private residence at East Legon in Accra to sign the Book of Condolence.
Daddy Lumba's Abusuapanin makes a U-turn
The family head of Daddy Lumba has made a retraction on his earlier claim about the widow of Daddy Lumba, labelling her as disrespectful.
Speaking in an interview with Kontonkyie TV, Kofi Owusu explained that Odo Broni adhered to all traditions and had appropriately communicated the news of Daddy Lumba's demise.
He also stated that even though he did not know Odo Broni personally, others, such as Daddy Lumba's siblings, attest that she is a good person.
Kofi Owusu, who appeared remorseful, then labelled Odo Broni as a good person and sought forgiveness for his past utterances.
He concluded by calling on Ghanaians to support the family as they bid their beloved farewell.
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Reactions to Counsellor Lutterodt criticising Serwaa Amihere
Social media users who took to the comment section of the video gave varying opinions on the matter:
Yaw Dwarkwaa stated:
"Well, this is a two-sided issue. The family should play a role in the announcement, but Serwaa Amihere cannot be blamed for this. RIP legend."
Judymorrison33 replied:
"The family might have asked her to announce. She was at the house before, eeii."
Maa Afiaa added:
"I made this same comment that asɛ Serwaa yɛ ɛnhwehwɛ enimuu dodo, and people were blasting me left and right."
Riviera love added:
"I just didn’t understand her... In what capacity did she announce the death of DL?"
Gh_Naturals added:
"It could be that the family asked her to do it on their behalf."
Daddy Lumba's backing vocalist pays tribute
Earlier, YEN.com.gh reported that the renowned backing vocalist for legendary Ghanaian musician Daddy Lumba has eulogised her former boss, who passed away over the weekend.
Ateaa Tina, in a post on Instagram, expressed her profound sorrow, referring to Daddy Lumba as one of the greatest lyricists of all time.
She reminisced about the deep personal and professional bond they shared.
Proofreading by Samuel Gitonga, copy editor at YEN.com.gh.
Source: YEN.com.gh
