Ugandan Lady Mourns Daddy Lumba, Sings Aben Wo Ha Word for Word
- A Ugandan woman trended on social media after posting an emotional video mourning Daddy Lumba’s death
- She called the Ghanaian icon 'our daddy' and sang a portion of Aben Wo Ha despite not knowing the full lyrics
- The grieving fan said Daddy Lumba’s passing was comparable to the deaths of Michael Jackson and Ebony Reigns
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A Ugandan TikToker identified as Nan has captured hearts online after mourning with Ghana the passing of legendary highlife musician Daddy Lumba.
Source: Instagram
YEN.com.gh had earlier reported that the musician, whose real name is Charles Kojo Fosu, passed on Saturday, July 26, 2025, after a short illness.
According to Graphic, Daddy Lumba died at the Bank Hospital in Accra.
He was reportedly admitted to the hospital for an undisclosed illness and passed away on Saturday morning.
Ugandan woman mourns Daddy Lumba's passing
In a video sighted by YEN.com.gh, Nan said she was not Ghanaian but her deep connection to the culture made her feel the weight of the loss.
Displaying her grief in the viral clip, she broke into a raw rendition of Daddy Lumba’s iconic song Aben Wo Ha.
While she did not know all the words of the track, she felt singing it was the only way she could express her pain.
Her act of grief resonated with many who praised her for acknowledging the musical giant’s impact beyond Ghana's borders.
Foreigner sends tribute over Daddy Lumba's death
She also compared the heartbreak to when the world lost Michael Jackson, stating that Daddy Lumba’s death would hit Ghanaians just as hard.
Source: TikTok
She also referenced the tragic passing of Ebony Reigns but said this one cut even deeper because of the singer’s legendary status and four-decade career.
"I think the last time that we really experienced a big death like this that affected everybody was Michael Jackson. Though Ebony really shook us, but no, this is a man that has sung for 40+ years. It is a big tragedy."
The Ugandan fan added that she was surprised to hear that the singer died at the age of 60, calling it 'very young' for such a vibrant and celebrated figure.
Watch the video below.
Reactions to Daddy Lumba's tribute from Ugandan
Despite being from Uganda, Nan’s reaction echoed the sentiments of many Ghanaians who view Daddy Lumba not just as an artist but as a national treasure. Some of the reactions are below.
Nana Tuffour said:
"Nnoɔma ɛtetee yɛn nyinaa me nua. Daddy aha yɛn paa."
Carolyn commented:
"I was taking you seriously till you started singing Aben woha, then i lost it."
Antwi lyrical wrote:
"Are u sure u are not a Ghanaian? But your accent."
_brew_newlove commented:
"Madam why please allow us to mourn in peace."
Obroni shares facts about Daddy Lumba
YEN.com.gh earlier reported that a white lady named Hannah paid tribute to the late Daddy Lumba by sharing 10 facts about his life and career.
The woman, named Hannah, expressed her 20-year love for Ghana while highlighting the legend's early music journey and achievements.
Her video sparked widespread reactions online, with fans praising her admiration but also correcting some inaccuracies she had made.
Proofreading by Bruce Douglas, copy editor at YEN.com.gh.
Source: YEN.com.gh
