Otumfuo Reacts to Daddy Lumba's Demise, Gives Family Go Ahead
- The family of Daddy Lumba has officially informed the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, of the demise of the highlife musician
- The King, who appeared sad, gave his blessing to the family to go ahead with the funeral arrangements and to inform him of the plans made
- Social media users who reacted to the post have mourned the passing of Daddy Lumba
The family of veteran highlife musician Charles Kwadwo Fosu, popularly known as Daddy Lumba, has officially informed Otumfuo Osei Tutu II of the passing of the late musician.
Photos and a video sighted on the Facebook page of Opemsuo FM showed Daddy Lumba’s family head, Kofi Owusu, at the Manhyia Palace, clad in black, informing the King of the musician's passing
Source: Facebook
The Ekuona Royal Family of Nsuta stated that Otumfuo had given the family permission to go ahead with the funeral arrangements and keep him informed of the decisions made.
Details of Daddy Lumba's passing
The death of Daddy Lumba was confirmed by the legal representative of the musician in a statement on Saturday, July 26, 2026.
Daddy Lumba, who produced over 60 albums, passed away at the age of 60 at the Bank Hospital located in Cantonments, Accra, after a brief illness.
Ghanaians, in a show of solidarity, have sympathised with the family of the late musician.
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Notable names who have visited the residence of the late Daddy Lumba to show their support to the grieving family during this difficult moment include former Presidents Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, John Agyekum Kufor, Osei Kwame Despite, Kwaku Oteng, and NPP Members of Parliament such as Afenyo Markins.
Other dignitaries who have also offered their support include Becca, Kojo Antwi, John Dumelo, Amakye Dede, Obaapa Christy, and Daughters of Glorious Jesus, among others.
At the time of writing the report, the video had racked up over 1,000 likes and 100 comments.
Watch the video below:
Reactions to Otumfuo's meeting with Lumba's family
Social media users who reacted to the video have sympathised with the grieving family of Daddy Lumba.
Richie Baffour stated:
"A step in the right direction. Biribiara wor ne Wura."
Eric Agyemang commented:
"Once our Great King has been informed, we can do our own vigil in Kumasi."
Jonson Penyah stated:
"The serious Abuapanin ever! Asantes don’t joke with customs and traditions."
Nana Kwame Atuahene:
"Eiiiii, my people and funerals never disappoint! See how they have started the funeral, sei kutuuuuuu, sei bam!"
West Hope added:
"Very great that the main king spoke piaww.
John Agyekum Kufour mourns Daddy Lumba
Earlier, YEN.com.gh reported that John Agyekum Kufour has expressed sorrow over the passing of Daddy Lumba.
The former president, in a statement, eulogised the late musician and highlighted his significant contributions to the music industry
John Agyekum Kufuor's tribute to the late Daddy Lumba triggered sad reactions from Ghanaians on social media.
Source: YEN.com.gh
