Daddy Lumba sadly passed away on July 26, 2025, after a brief illness, leaving Ghanaians in a state of mourning.
Following his death, many public figures in Ghana, including President John Dramani Mahama, and former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, took to social media to pay their tributes to the late Highlife icon.
Far away from the shores of Ghana, Afrobeats star Davido, who is currently on the world 5ive Alive Tour, took some time out of his concert in Toronto, Canada, to pay tribute to Daddy Lumba.
Videos going viral on social media showed Davido on stage as the DJ played one of Daddy Lumba’s biggest songs, “Aben Wo Ha,” while the crowd sang along.
About the song
Originally released in December 1998 as the title track for Lumba’s album Aben Wo Ha, the song courted controversies due to its playful but suggestive lyrics. Critics urged for its ban from the airwaves.
However, the National Commission on Culture declined to ban it, citing artistic merit and cultural significance.
Its infectious rhythm and unforgettable chorus soon made it a nationwide sensation.
At the 2000 Ghana Music Awards, “Aben Wo Ha” took home Song of the Year, cementing Daddy Lumba’s influence in Ghana’s music heritage.
Davido’s tribute adds a pan-African dimension to the farewell to the highlife legend, as he joins other national and international public figures mourning the late icon.
Watch the video below:
Davido honored the late Daddy Lumba last night during his 5Five Alive Tour in Toronto, Canada. RIP Charles Kwadwo Fosu.❤️🕊️ pic.twitter.com/rSABI4Wz4C
— BIG KAY🇬🇭 (@OfficialBigkay) July 27, 2025
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Watch as A Plus and Serwaa Amihere visit Daddy’s Lumba’s residence after his passing:
See the mood at Daddy Lumba’s residence after news of his shocking demise:
