The family of the late Ghanaian Highlife legend, Charles Kwadwo Fosu, popularly known as Daddy Lumba, has announced plans to open a book of condolence in his memory beginning July 29, 2025. This follows the passing of the music legend on July 26 after a short illness.
In a statement released on July 27 by the family’s legal representatives, Baba Jamal & Associates, the Fosu family expressed appreciation for the overwhelming support they have received since the news of Daddy Lumba’s death was made public.
The statement described the love, prayers, and messages from fans, friends, industry colleagues, and the general public as a great source of comfort in this difficult time.
“The Fosu family of the late Charles Kwadwo Fosu, affectionately known as Daddy Lumba, wishes to express our heartfelt appreciation to all well-wishers, friends, colleagues, fans, and the general public for the outpouring of love, prayers, and support following the passing of their beloved, Daddy Lumba after a brief illness,” the statement read.
According to the statement, to give the public an opportunity to pay their respects, a book of condolence will be opened at Daddy Lumba’s private residence located at House Number 12, Kinshasha Crescent, GA-332-9264.
The signing will begin on July 29, and will run daily from 9:00AM to 4:00PM.
The statement noted that the condolence book is part of a series of events being planned to honour the memory and legacy of the man who shaped Ghana’s music landscape for almost four decades.
In addition to the condolence book, the family, in collaboration with the Creative Arts Agency, has also announced a national candlelight vigil in honour of the late music legend.
The vigil will take place on August 2, 2025, at the Independence Square in Accra, from 6:00PM to 10:00PM.
Simultaneous ceremonies are expected to be held in countries where he had a huge following and personal connections, including Germany, the United Kingdom, the United States, and the Netherlands.
The family’s legal representatives also urged the public to be respectful of their privacy as they grieve, even as they welcome all to participate in celebrating the life of one of Ghana’s greatest musical icons.
“We kindly ask the public to continue to respect the privacy of the family as they mourn their lost icon, while also joining us to celebrate the extraordinary life and enduring legacy of our beloved Daddy Lumba,” the statement added.
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