Meet Ama Esah: The Beautiful and Strong Mother Behind Daddy Lumba’s Success
- Daddy Lumba’s mother, Ama Esah, played a vital role in his success through her sacrifices and spiritual support
- She died at age 55 on December 21, 2001, and was honoured in many of Lumba’s emotional songs, including “Ama Esah” and “Ɛmmere Pa Beba"
- News of their reunion in death stirred emotional reactions on social media, with fans sharing touching tributes and revisiting Lumba’s songs dedicated to her
As the saying goes, behind every successful man, there is a woman. Sometimes, it doesn’t always refer to a romantic relationship between opposite genders; mothers also play such roles perfectly.
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The late highlife musician, Charles Kojo Fosu, also known as Daddy Lumba, when talking about how he became successful, always gave credit to two women who played a pivotal role in his life.
They are: Comfort Gyamfi, popularly known as Auntie Ama Esah, and Theresa Abebrese, also known as Nana Konadu.
Who is Daddy Lumba's mother, Ama Esah?
Ama Esah was the biological mother of Daddy Lumba. Daddy often made it known the sacrifices and support she gave him, which contributed greatly to his success.
In his song titled “Ama Esah,” Lumba sang about how her prayers and spiritual backing led to his survival when he suffered health issues, and how her influence helped in his achievements.
Ama Esah was married to Owoahene Kwadwo Fosu, from whom Charles took his middle name, Kojo Fosu.
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Ama Esah died at the age of 55, on December 21, 2001, in Kumasi. The legendary musician honoured her in many of his songs, including tracks such as Ama Esah, Ohia Asem, Ɛmmere Pa Beba and Anidasoɔ Wɔ Hɔ Ma Obiara.
Daddy Lumba did not say much about his father.
After two and a half decades, Charles Kojo Fosu reunites with his mother in the next world.
Where does Ama Esah hail from?
Ama Esah is an Ashanti. She comes from Asante Mampong and raised Daddy Lumba with strong morals, cultural values, and discipline. Her upbringing helped shape the legend’s character and sense of identity, which eventually influenced his music.
Profession of Ama Esah
Ama Esah was a teacher by profession. She was a well-known teacher in Nsuta, and her husband, Kwadwo Fosu, was also a teacher.
Reactions to Daddy Lumba's mum's photos
After an old photo of Daddy Lumba’s mother surfaced online, social media users have reacted to the picture, making the situation even more sad, with the fact that both of them are no more.
Some of the comments are below:
George Appiah commented:
“I remember in 1995 Daddy Lumba used his mum's name to sing”.
Billy Pee commented:
“Daddy Lumba has his best love once among the death, then those here on earth "from Ama Saah to Theresa Abresese" never forget, Daddy Lumba told Ghanaians not to cry for him when he dies but ourselves”.
John Abadie commented:
“Lovely picture. May their souls continue to rest in the bosom of the Lord, Amen. My heartfelt condolences to the entire family and fans of DL”.
Daniel Bonsu commented:
“God has blessed your womb. We thank you for giving us this great son and dedicating him to the world. I cry every time l hear your silky voice on the radio. My wife cried for me because she knows how l love you. Hmmmm, life we have fun but when the pain arrives, u feel it right in your heart and you are helpless ."
Rev. Juliana Addai added:
“May their SOULS rest in peace”.
About Daddy Lumba’s first lover, Theresa
Earlier, YEN.com.gh reported about Daddy Lumba’s first love, the woman and pillar who supported him from high school, even funding his travel expenses to Germany, which eventually led to his rise to fame.
Theresa, known privately as Nana Konadu, was the woman Lumba was referring to in the popular song “Theresa”, an appreciation song made specially for his first love.
Theresa was a reserved lady; she was barely seen in the spotlight despite Daddy Lumba always celebrating her publicly.
Proofreading by Samuel Gitonga, copy editor at YEN.com.gh.
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