Daddy Lumba, Famed Ghanaian Highlife Singer, Dies at 59 in Accra

'Musical icon' Daddy Lumba has died aged 60 after a 'short illness', his family confirm

Singer-songwriter Daddy Lumba has died at the age of 60 after a ‘short illness’, his family has confirmed.

Daddy Lumba, famed Ghanaian highlife singer, dies at 59 in Accra

Renowned Ghanaian highlife musician Daddy Lumba passed away on Friday morning at The Bank Hospital in Cantonments, Accra.

Ghana Music Icon Daddy Lumba Dies at 60

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-music-icon-daddy-lumba-dies-at-60/Ghanaian highlife legend Charles Kwadwo Fosu, known as Daddy Lumba, passed away on July 25 at The Bank Hospital in Accra. His death marks the loss of a defining voice in Ghana’s creative economy, ending a 35-year career that revolutionized music monetization and cultural influence. Daddy Lumba rose to prominence…

Dr Bawumia Mourns Highlife Legend Daddy Lumba

Former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Ghanaian highlife legend Charles Kwadwo Fosu, popularly known as Daddy Lumba. In a heartfelt message, Dr. Bawumia described Daddy Lumba as “a true music icon” whose remarkable career spanned over three decades. He acknowledged the late musician’s immense contribution to Ghana’s highlife genre and his role in nurturing and introducing several music talents. “…

Here is what Daddy Lumba’s family say about his funeral

The family of Daddy Lumba has answered questions with regards to the funeral ceremony of the late musician. Part of a communique released by the family which confirmed the death of the musician reads “Daddy Lumba was more than a musician; he was a cultural icon, whose music touched countless lives. His soulful voice provided

Ghana Mourns as Highlife Legend Daddy Lumba Passes Away

The Ghanaian music industry has been plunged into mourning following the confirmed passing of highlife icon Charles Kwadwo Fosu, popularly known as Daddy Lumba. The legendary musician, whose career spanned over four decades, died in the early hours of Saturday, July 26, 2025, at the Bank Hospital in Accra, where he had been receiving treatment for an undisclosed illness. Daddy Lumba was a cultural icon in addition to being a musician. His timele…