Creative Arts Agency To Host Global Candlelight Vigil In Honor Of Daddy Lumba

The Creative Arts Agency has officially invited the public to a National Candlelight Vigil in memory of Ghana’s legendary highlife musician, Daddy Lumba. The solemn tribute will be held on 2nd August 2025 at Independence Square in Accra from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM.

According to a statement issued by Mr. Gideon Aryeequaye, the Acting Executive Secretary of the Creative Arts Agency, this event will not only honor the life and legacy of Daddy Lumba but also serve as a celebration of music, culture, and community. The vigil in Accra will form part of a broader global tribute, with simultaneous observances taking place in Germany, the United Kingdom, the United States, and the Netherlands.

The Agency emphasized the significance of this moment in uniting people across continents through a shared appreciation for the artist’s music and lasting impact. Daddy Lumba, who was celebrated for shaping the sound of modern Ghanaian highlife, left behind a profound cultural legacy that continues to inspire generations.

Attendees are encouraged to RSVP by 31st July 2025 to confirm their participation in this historic tribute.

The event promises to be not only a memorial but a unifying moment that underscores the power of creative expression and the enduring influence of one of Ghana’s greatest musical icons.