Daddy Lumba: TI Ahmadiyya SHS Students Pay Tribute, Hold a Vigil in His Honour
- TI Ahmadiyya SHS students have warmed the hearts of many Ghanaians when a video of them holding a vigil in honour of the late Daddy Lumba surfaced online
- The students gathered at a park as they each held a candle and sand and danced to the songs of the late highlife legend
- The gesture touched the hearts of many Ghanaians as they applauded the school for holding something memorable
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TI Ahmadiyya SHS students have paid tribute to the late and legendary highlife musician Daddy Lumba, who passed away on Saturday, July 26, 2025, at the Bank Hospital in Accra.
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TI Amass holds vigil for Daddy Lumba
In a video trending on social media, the students of TI Amass gathered at the school's park for a candlelight vigil in honour of the late highlife legend.
The students, at the top of their voices, sang Daddy Lumba's songs, danced while some looked sad as they remembered the life of the musician.
The touching gesture in the video depicted hundreds of students singing in unison to the Ankwanoma song while holding a lit candle.
In the caption of the video posted by The Asante Nation, Daddy Lumba's alma mater, Juaben SHS, was requested to follow in the steps of TI Amass and pay homage to the deceased musician.
The Asante Nation also urged Nsutaman Catholic SHS to do the same since the late Daddy Lumba also schooled there.
"•Juaben SHS, we are waiting for your tribute to your Old Boy, Daddy Lumba. •Nsutaman Catholic SHS, Daddy Lumba is your son."
Reactions as TI Amass honours Daddy Lumba
The video touched the hearts of many Ghanaians as they took to the comment section to applaud the school authorities.
Others mentioned that the school had made history as the first in the country to hold a vigil in Daddy Lumba's honour.
The heartwarming reactions of social media users to the TI Ahmadiyya SHS vigil are below:
bigrouxgh said:
"This is so beautiful T.l Amass We Hala you 1❤️❤️❤️"
eve_akua said:
"This is history 👏👏👏"
billpayslip said:
"A moment of beautiful Amass"
daakyehemaanana1 said:
"AMASS PHOBIA....my people 👏👏"
nanayaw9700 said:
"Long live Asanteman 🟨⬛️🟩❤️✊🏿"
bigrouxgh said:
"Woooooo High Amass Ahmadiyah sec school wooo 🔥🔥🔥👏"
dankwahrosina27 said:
"This is beautiful. Rst well legend."
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Details of Daddy Lumba's vigil
YEN.com.gh reported that plans are underway for a national candlelight vigil in honour of Ghanaian highlife icon Daddy Lumba, set to take place on Saturday, August 2, 2025. The event aims to celebrate the life and legacy of the legendary musician, whose influence spanned decades.
The vigil follows the passing of Daddy Lumba, born Charles Kwadwo Fosu, who died at The Bank Hospital on Saturday, July 26, 2025. Known for timeless hits like Yɛ Nea Woho Bɛtɔ Wo and Yentie Obiaa, his death has left a deep void in Ghana’s music industry and among fans at home and abroad.
Thousands of Ghanaians, including celebrities, political figures, and devoted admirers, are expected to attend the vigil to pay their final respects. The gathering will reflect on his powerful contributions to Ghanaian music, culture, and identity.
Proofreading by Samuel Gitonga, copy editor at YEN.com.gh.
Source: YEN.com.gh
