Nana Adu Calls for National Museum to Celebrate Daddy Lumba’s Legacy
- Entertainment pundit Nana Adu called for a national museum to honour highlife legend Daddy Lumba and preserve the legacy of Ghanaian creatives
- Adu criticised Ghana's failure to archive the achievements of icons, citing Spain’s Real Madrid Museum as an example of honouring national figures
- Social media personality Mr Happiness slammed the public’s tribute to Daddy Lumba as “fake love,” sparking debate over how Ghana treats its legends
Renowned Ghanaian entertainment analyst, Nana Adu, has sparked conversations with a passionate call to set up a decorative national museum to honour legendary Highlife icon, Daddy Lumba.
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He made his idea clear while appearing as a guest on the media outlet Joy Prime's 'The Ultimate Experience' show.
While speaking, the entertainment analyst pointed out the need for Ghana to establish and preserve the history and impact of its creatives for the benefit of future generations.
Nana Adu wants museum for Daddy Lumba
According to Nana Adu, the national contributions of legendary highlife artist Daddy Lumba should have been placed in a museum if the nation had one.
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In his words.
“There should be a national museum where Daddy Lumba’s contributions are highlighted. When the youth visit such a place, they should be able to learn about him — like a hall of fame dedicated to Highlife greats.”
Nana Adu voiced his frustration over what he described as Ghana’s failure to properly document and celebrate its achievers, especially in the entertainment, sports, and political spheres.
He went on to reference Spain’s Real Madrid Museum, which prominently showcases the legacies of football icons like Cristiano Ronaldo and Marcelo.
“Visit the Real Madrid museum, and you'll see Ronaldo and Marcelo's history on display. Unfortunately, we lack similar structures here in Ghana,” he said, pointing out the country’s gap in recognising national heroes.
He also stressed that the creation of such institutions would help safeguard Ghanaian singers' legacies for the generations to come.
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The call comes after some Ghanaians claimed the concern shown to the deceased singer was purely for display and not really authentic.
Mr Happiness slams 'fake love' towards Lumba
Ghanaian social media personality Kofi Gabs, popularly known as Mr Happiness, sparked controversy after criticising what he described as the “fake love” being shown to the late music legend Daddy Lumba.
In a video, he claimed that many of the same people now calling for a state burial would have criticised the artist if he were alive. His comments triggered mixed reactions online, and some agreed that society often honours the dead more than the living.
Meanwhile, Daddy Lumba’s management confirmed receiving positive feedback from the Presidency regarding plans for a state burial.
Businessman, Ernest Bediako, mourns Daddy Lumba
YEN.com.gh had earlier reported that Ernest Bediako Sampong visited Daddy Lumba's residence on Sunday, August 3, 2025, to commiserate with his family.
In a video that trended online, the Ernest Chemists CEO had an emotional moment during his encounter with the musician's family. The footage of the businessman evoked sadness among Ghanaians on social media.
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