The late Daddy Lumba and President John Dramani Mahama
The Parkoso Ekoɔna Ebusua and the Fosu Family of the late music legend Charles Kwadwo Fosu, popularly known as Daddy Lumba, have officially informed the government of his demise.
A statement issued by the Presidency said the delegation paid a courtesy call on Julius Debrah, the Chief of Staff at the Presidency in Accra, to officially inform the government of the passing of the iconic musician and to brief them on plans for his final funeral rites.
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It said the family also announced that a one-week observation would be held on 30th August, at the University of Ghana Stadium to honour his memory.
The Chief of Staff, on behalf of President John Dramani Mahama and the Presidency, expressed condolences to the family and acknowledged Daddy Lumba’s immense contribution to Ghana’s music industry and cultural heritage.
He noted that further engagements would be held in the coming days to support the family in celebrating the life and legacy of one of Ghana’s greatest musical icons.
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