President Mahama Mourns Passing of Music and Cultural Icon Daddy Lumba
The President of the Republic of Ghana, John Dramani Mahama, is mourning the demise of music and cultural icon Charles Kwadwo Fosu, affectionately known as Daddy Lumba.
The decorated artist passed on at 59 following a terminal illness on Saturday, July 26, 2025, as announced by his family.
Following the announcement, President Mahama took to his social media to mourn the renowned musician who’s known as one of the greatest music icons in Ghana’s rich cultural history.
“We have learnt with deep sorrow the passing of Ghanaian music legend, Charles Kwadwo Fosu, affectionately known as Daddy Lumba” .
Lumba’s unmatched musical genius provided the soundtrack to our lives, carrying us through various phases of life.
“The beats to his memorable songs may have died down, but his enduring legacy will echo through the ages”.
“On behalf of the Government of Ghana, I extend heartfelt condolences to his family and loved ones for this irreplaceable loss.”
Source: Ghana/otecfmghana.com/Jacob Agyenim Boateng
