President Mahama has eulogised the late highlife musician, Charles Kwadwo Fosu, affectionately known as Daddy Lumba.
In a Facebook post on Sunday, July 27 the President said “I have learnt with deep sorrow the passing of Ghanaian music legend, Charles Kwadwo Fosu, affectionately known as Daddy Lumba.”
President Mahama praised Daddy Lumba’s musical prowess describing him as an “unmatched musical genius” whose songs “provided the soundtrack to our lives, carrying us through various phases of life.
The President noted Daddy Lumba’s legacy will continue to live forever while expressing his condolences to the late musician’s family.
“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.”
Daddy Lumba passed away on Saturday, July 26, 2025 after a short illness.
A statement issued by the management of his Radio Station, DL FM, said “Daddy Lumba was more than a musician; he was a cultural icon whose music touched countless lives. His soulful voice provided the soundtrack to our love stories, and his poignant lyrics captured the poetry of our struggles, dreams, and resilience.”
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“During this time of immense loss, we respectfully request privacy for the family and loved ones as they navigate this profound grief. Details of funeral arrangements will be shared in the coming days,” the statement added.
Daddy Lumba – Personality Profile
- Full Name: Charles Kwadwo Fosu
- Stage Name: Daddy Lumba
- Date of Birth: 29 September 1964
- Place of Birth: Nsuta Amangoase, Ashanti Region, Ghana
- Profession: Highlife musician, singer-songwriter, producer
- Genres: Highlife, gospel-highlife (occasionally), contemporary highlife
- Years Active: 1980s – 2020s
- “Theresa” – breakout love song from his debut solo album (1990)
- “Aben Wo Ha” – one of Ghana’s most iconic and controversial hits (1998)
- “Ohia Asem” – classic highlife track about poverty and struggle
- “Playboy” – mid-’90s anthem reflecting youthful energy and charm
- “Biribi Gyegye Wo” – feel-good track with catchy chorus
- “Seese Wo Se” – reflective and melodic favorite
- “Odo Foforo” – romantic highlife ballad
- “Back For Good” – smooth comeback anthem
- “Poison” – popular early 2000s hit
- “Woho Kyere” (with Ofori Amponsah) – album of the year 1999, with multiple hit tracks
- “Awoso” – late-career single praised for its sound and production
- “Ofon Na Ɛdi Asɛm Fo” – recent release (2022) known for bold lyrics
- “Nya Abotare Na Twen Awurade” – gospel-themed single (2023)
Recognition & Awards:
- Multiple Ghana Music Awards, including Artist of the Year and Album of the Year (2000)
- Legend of Entertainment Award – EMY Africa (2018)
- Presidential Grand Medal – National Honours and Awards (2025)
- Widely acclaimed as Ghana’s greatest highlife musician of all time
