People & Lifestyle
Daddy Lumba: The Life, Legacy, And Final Journey Of A Highlife Legend

Charles Kwadwo Fosuh, popularly known as Daddy Lumba, was born on September 29, 1964, in Nsuta, a town near Mampong in the Ashanti Region of Ghana. He was the youngest of four children born to Comfort Gyamfi (also known as Ama Saah) and Odwira Fosuh, a respected teacher. Raised in a Christian household, music was a constant part of his upbringing, with his mother playing a significant role in nurturing his early passion for singing.
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During his childhood, Lumba actively participated in church choirs and community events, often impressing audiences with his vocal talent. His natural musical ability continued to develop as he grew older, and by the time he entered Juaben Senior High School, he had already begun composing his own songs. While in school, he formed a group called the Lumba Brothers, which became the foundation of his future career.
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In the early 1980s, Lumba moved to Germany after completing secondary school. There, he reconnected with Ernest Nana Acheampong, a fellow Ghanaian musician. The two revived the Lumba Brothers group and, in 1989, released their debut album titled Yɛɛyɛ Aka Akwantuo Mu. The album was a massive success and introduced Lumba’s unique style to the Ghanaian music scene, blending traditional highlife with modern instrumentation.
Following the success of his debut, Daddy Lumba launched a solo career that would span more than three decades. He went on to release a total of 34 studio albums, making him one of the most prolific artists in Ghanaian music history. His songs covered a wide range of themes, including love, heartbreak, wealth, betrayal, and spirituality. Some of his most popular hits include Aben Wo Ha, Theresa, Playboy, Sika Asem, Awosoo, and Yentie Obiaa.
Daddy Lumba was also known for his showmanship, fashion sense, and ability to reinvent himself to stay relevant in the changing music industry. He mentored and collaborated with several younger artists, most notably Ofori Amponsah, helping to shape the careers of the next generation of highlife musicians.
Daddy Lumba, widely regarded as the greatest Ghanaian artist of all time, has set the blueprint for modern Ghanaian music with an unmatched legacy spanning over three decades and 34 albums. He mentored icons like Ofori Amponsah and produced timeless hits such as Aben Wo Ha, which shaped an entire generation. His accolades include:
- 6-Time Ghana Music Awards Winner, including wins in 2000 and 2003
- EMY Africa Icon Award – 2018
- Borga Highlife Lifetime Achievement Award – 2023
- President’s Grand Medal – 2024
- Featured on King Charles III’s Playlist – 2025
These recognitions, coupled with his cultural impact and consistent relevance, firmly cement his status as a true legend of Ghanaian music.
Despite facing health challenges in his later years and battling persistent false death rumors, Daddy Lumba remained a symbol of excellence in Ghanaian music. His death on July 26, 2025, at the age of 60, marked the end of an era. He leaves behind a powerful legacy as one of Ghana’s greatest musicians and cultural icons, with a catalog that continues to inspire fans across generations.
People & Lifestyle
Echoes Of A Legend: Ghana Celebrates The Life And Legacy Of Daddy Lumba

Ghana is grieving. The music has quieted, and hearts are heavy following the passing of one of the nation’s most beloved icons, Charles Kwadwo Fosu, better known as Daddy Lumba. His death in the early hours of Saturday, July 26, 2025, at the Bank Hospital in Accra, marked the end of a remarkable era that defined Ghanaian highlife music for over four decades.
As news of his passing spread, fans gathered outside his East Legon home. Some held radios playing his classics. Others lit candles. Many wept openly. It was more than the loss of a musician. Ghana had lost a voice that narrated its love stories, heartbreaks, hopes, and humor. His family’s statement captured the weight of the moment: “Daddy Lumba was more than a musician, he was a cultural icon whose music touched countless lives.”
Tributes have come from every corner of the country. Rapper Sarkodie posted a simple yet heartfelt message, “RIP DL! Thanks for all you’ve done for us… The legacy lives on.” On DL FM, the very station Daddy Lumba founded, journalist Serwaa Amihere broke down in tears as she called him “a father figure.” Her voice cracked as she recalled hearing his songs in her childhood home, long before she became a media personality.
Across the airwaves, his timeless hits; Aben Wo Ha, Theresa and Yentie Obiaa played on repeat. On the streets, in homes, and in taxis, his voice became a balm for national sorrow. Civil society groups like Movement for Change urged Ghanaians to keep his legacy alive, reminding us that legends never truly leave us. “His music,” they said, “is still here. So is his message.”
Born in Nsuta, Ashanti Region, in 1964, Lumba’s journey to stardom began humbly. His big break came with the Lumba Brothers and continued with his 1989 solo album, Yɛɛyɛ Aka Akwantuo Mu. Over time, he released more than 30 albums, collaborated with dozens of artists, and influenced almost every modern Ghanaian musician in one way or another.
In 2022, he launched DL FM, a Twi-language radio station that amplified indigenous music and voices. It wasn’t just about entertainment. It was about preserving identity, promoting culture, and giving back to the community that made him a star. That same year, he was featured on King Charles III’s Commonwealth Day playlist, a moment that placed Ghanaian highlife beside global greats like Bob Marley and Beyoncé.
Even in death, Daddy Lumba’s impact is impossible to ignore. He gave Ghana more than melodies. He gave us moments, memories, and meaning. Whether it was a wedding, a heartbreak, a celebration, or a quiet night with the radio on, his voice was there.
Today, as Ghana reflects on his life, one truth remains: Daddy Lumba may be gone, but his songs live on. His music will still play at parties, soothe the brokenhearted, and remind us of who we are. The rhythm of his legacy will never fade.
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