Woman Claims to be Daddy Lumba's First Love, Shares Love Story Amid Tears and How it Ended
Mariama Osman, a woman claiming to be Daddy Lumba's first love, has opened up about her relationship with the music legend
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- In a viral video, Mariama shared how she met the music legend and how their love story ended
- Netizens who saw the video were divided and expressed mixed reactions in the comments section
A woman claiming to be the first love of Daddy Lumba has surfaced after the demise of the Ghanaian music legend.
In a video sighted by YEN.com.gh, the woman, who identified herself as Mariama Osmane, shared how she met Daddy Lumba and how their love story ended.
Source: Youtube
She noted that Daddy Lumba dedicated his hit song 'Mariama' to her and reunited with her some years ago when the music legend became a star.
Mariama stated that she met Daddy Lumba in school when they were both students of the Suame Methodist Middle School in the Ashanti Region.
"We were very close. Kwadwo Fosu was very intelligent. He supported me, and I supported him too. Because of how close we were, one of our teachers, Mr Adu Bekoe, once told us that we might complete school and not see each other again," she said.
True to Mr Adu Bekoe's words, the lovers completed school and, for many years, did not see each other.
Daddy Lumba's death resurrects many past issues
Daddy Lumba's death has resurrected so many buried issues. The famous musician passed away on July 26, 2025, at the Bank Hospital.
Source: Instagram
Before his demise, he made the world aware of Theresa Abebrese, his former girlfriend, who played an instrumental role in his life. While many believed Theresa was Lumba's first love, Mariama disputes the claim, stating that she met Daddy Lumba before Theresa.
During her interview, Mariama stated that her relationship with Daddy Lumba ended when they completed their studies at the school. They nurtured hopes of meeting each other again, but this seemed like a hopeless dream.
"So we exchanged photos. He told me to give him photos I took in school, and he gave me his, so that we can remember each with them," she stated.
Watch the video of Mariama sharing her love story with Daddy Lumba below:
Mariama reunites with Daddy Lumba
Speaking further, Mariama stated that she reconnected with Daddy Lumba on the phone many years after he became famous in the country.
"One day I heard from him. Suddenly. And he told me that he had used my name in a song. He shared the song with me and promised to perform it with me on stage if he comes to Kumasi, but that never happpened," she stated.
We kept in touch. He sometimes called me and I called him too. But on the fateful day he passed, I was at my shop when a young man broke the news to me. Initially, I did not believe it, but when I took my phone and went online, I confirmed the news,"she recalled amid sobs.
Mariama stated that she was deeply broken by Daddy Lumba's death.
Mariama's story with Daddy Lumba has triggered mixed reactions on social media. While some netizens were touched by the emotional story, others were taken aback.
@samuelboakye6190 wrote:
"So many artists have died, but Lumba has really broken many hearts into several pieces."
@Christianbediako933 wrote:
"Sister Mmarima, we are in your shoes 👠. You have made us remember our school days. Gone are the days when life was so good for us."
@Herexcellencyebba2200 wrote:
"Yes, that is one of my favourite Mariama .....I really love that song."
@legendaokiji261 wrote:
"Take heart, my sister Mariama."
Date for Daddy Lumba's funeral unveiled
In a related development, Daddy Lumba's family shared information about the late musician's one-week observation event.
In a video, the musician's family head, Kofi Owusu, announced the actual date for the event to be held.
Proofreading by Omoleye Omoruyi, copy editor at YEN.com.gh.
Source: YEN.com.gh
