The family of the late highlife legend Charles Kwadwo Fosu, popularly known as Daddy Lumba, has addressed widespread speculation that emerged during his burial ceremony at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium in Kumasi.
Daddy Lumba was laid to rest on December 13, 2025, in a ceremony that drew a massive crowd of family members, fellow musicians, industry players, fans, and well-wishers from across the country to honour one of Ghana’s most influential musicians.
However, during the lying-in-state and filing past, some mourners noticed that the musician’s face was partially covered with what appeared to be a net-like material.
The unusual appearance sparked intense debate on social media, with some users questioning whether the body in the casket was truly that of Daddy Lumba.
Others went further to allege—without evidence—that a dummy had been placed in the casket, claims that quickly gained traction online and stirred emotional reactions among fans.
In response to the speculation, Faustina Fosu, one of Daddy Lumba’s sisters, publicly addressed the matter to set the record straight.
She confirmed that she personally saw her brother before his burial and affirmed that the body lying in state was indeed that of the legendary musician.
“I saw my brother before he was buried. He looked very peaceful and died with dignity,” she stated, dismissing claims of an unusual death.
Faustina Fosu further explained that the partial covering of Daddy Lumba’s face was intentional and not an error on the part of the family or funeral organisers.
According to her, the late musician had clearly outlined the conditions of his burial in his final testament, including how his body should be presented.
The clarification has helped calm tensions among fans, many of whom expressed distress over the rumours circulating online.
Daddy Lumba, whose career spanned several decades, remains one of Ghana’s most celebrated highlife musicians, with a legacy that continues to influence generations of artists.
Family members have appealed to the public to respect the late musician’s wishes and allow him to rest in peace.
