President John Dramani Mahama exchanging pleasantries with the late Daddy Lumba at the Jubilee House
President John Dramani Mahama has eulogised Ghanaian Highlife music icon, Charles Kwadwo Fosu, better known as Daddy Lumba, following news of his passing.
In an emotional tribute, President Mahama expressed his sadness, reflecting on the profound impact the late Daddy Lumba had on Ghana’s music industry and the nation at large through his songs.
The president stated that although Daddy Lumba may have departed this life, his legacy will forever remain, etched in the heart of the nation and passed on to future generations.
President Mahama’s tribute also included heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family and was shared in a post on his official X account on Sunday, July 27, 2025.
“I have learnt with deep sorrow the passing of Ghanaian music legend, Charles Kwadwo Fosu, affectionately known as Daddy Lumba. Lumba’s unmatched musical genius provided the soundtrack to our lives, carrying us through various phases of life.
“The beats to his memorable songs may have died down, but his enduring legacy will echo through the ages. On behalf of the Government of Ghana, I extend heartfelt condolences to his family and loved ones for this irreplaceable loss,” he said.
President Mahama accompanied his post with a poignant photo believed to capture his final encounter with Daddy Lumba, taken during a special luncheon honoring Ghana’s senior citizens at the Jubilee House.
News of Daddy Lumba’s passing was confirmed by his family, who indicated that he passed on after a short illness in the early hours of Saturday, July 26, 2025.
He died at the age of 60.
Read Mahama’s post below:
I have learnt with deep sorrow the passing of Ghanaian music legend, Charles Kwadwo Fosu, affectionately known as Daddy Lumba.
Lumba’s unmatched musical genius provided the soundtrack to our lives, carrying us through various phases of life. The beats to his memorable songs may… pic.twitter.com/MBMFUSt7c6
— John Dramani Mahama (@JDMahama) July 27, 2025
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