NDC Mourns Daddy Lumba's Death: "A Giant of Ghanaian Music Goes Home"
- The NDC has expressed deep sorrow over the death of legendary Ghanaian highlife musician Daddy Lumba
- Chairman Johnson Asiedu Nketia said Daddy Lumba was admired across generations and transcended musical barriers
- The party pledged to support the bereaved family as they prepare to lay the icon to rest
- Ama Nsroma, a counsellor and head of the Nsroma Consult, shared her views on this in an interview with YEN.com.gh
The leadership of the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC) has, on behalf of its teeming supporters, extended its sadness over the death of Ghanaian highlife legend, Charles Kwadwo Fosu, popularly known as Daddy Lumba.
In a statement issued on Monday, July 28, 2025, and signed by the Chairman, Johnson Asiedu Nketia, the NDC said they are in disbelief over the death of the Ghanaian highlife legend.
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Johnson Asiedu Nketia wrote in the statement that Daddy Lumba belonged to a class of Ghanaian musicians who transcended every barrier and was loved and admired by all Ghanaians.
He noted that Daddy Lumba's death was yet another sad reminder of the unpredictability of life and death, and the merciless way it claims both the bright and the beautiful, the young and the old.
Mr Asiedu Nketia further offered the most heartfelt condolences to the immediate and extended family of the late highly distinguished ambassador of Ghanaian music, on behalf of the NDC.
He added that as the family and friends prepared to give him a befitting burial, the NDC stands ready to offer comfort and assistance during the painful period.
"Daddy Lumba belonged to that class of Ghanaian musicians who transcended every barrier and was loved and admired by each and every one of his fellow citizens. His death is yet another sad testament of the unpredictability of life and death, and the merciless manner in which it claims the bright and the beautiful and the young and the old," Mr Asiedu Nketia wrote.
"I am, by this statement, on behalf of the NDC, offering the most heartfelt condolences to the immediate and distant family of the late highly distinguished ambassador of Ghanaian music. As the family and friends prepare to give him a befitting burial, the NDC party stands ready to be of comfort and assistance to the family as they go through this painful experience. May the soul of Charles Kwadwo Fosu, aka Daddy Lumba, find eternal rest and peace in the bosom of the Almighty God," he added.
Read the NDC's statement below:
Counsellor praises NDC’s tribute to Daddy Lumba
Speaking to YEN.com.gh, Ama Nsroma, a counsellor and head of the Nsroma Consult, stated that the NDC's expression of sorrow and support for the bereaved family highlighted the impact of Daddy Lumba's music on Ghanaians across party lines.
She observed that despite any perceived political differences, the party's gesture showed that they recognised and respected his contributions to Ghanaian culture.
Counsellor Ama Nsroma added that this response could help bring comfort to the family during a difficult time and underscored the unifying power of music, demonstrating that Daddy Lumba's legacy extended beyond politics and that his music continued to bring people together.
"The NDC's expression of sorrow and support for the bereaved family highlight the impact of Daddy Lumba's music on Ghanaians across party lines. Despite any perceived political differences, the party's gesture shows that they recognise and respect his contributions to Ghanaian culture. This response can help bring comfort to the family during a difficult time, and it underscores the unifying power of music. The party's actions demonstrate that Daddy Lumba's legacy extends beyond politics, and his music continues to bring people together," she said.
Daddy Lumba reported dead on Saturday
The renowned Ghanaian musician Charles Kojo Fosu passed away on Saturday, July 26, 2025.
His family’s legal representative released a statement confirming the highlife icon’s death.
The statement added that details of the funeral arrangements would be announced in due course.
According to Graphiconline, Daddy Lumba died at the Bank Hospital in Accra, where he had been admitted for an undisclosed illness.
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Daddy Lumba's manager shares funeral details
Earlier, YEN.com.gh reported that Daddy Lumba's manager, Philip Kwabena Agyemang, affectionately known as Roman Fada, came forward to shed light on the highlife veteran's funeral arrangements in a video that quickly went viral.
In a statement posted by Citi FM, Roman Fada said that the Presidency had assured Daddy Lumba's family of a dignified and fitting funeral, reflecting his monumental contributions to the music industry.
Social media users have commented on the comments by Daddy Lumba's manager about his funeral service.
Proofreading by Samuel Gitonga, copy editor at YEN.com.gh.
Source: YEN.com.gh
