Ghana will on Saturday, 6th December 2025, bid its final farewell to one of its greatest music icons, Daddy Lumba, at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium in Kumasi. The ceremony is expected to draw a massive crowd of family, friends, dignitaries, and fans from all walks of life who wish to pay their last respects to the celebrated musician.
Born Charles Kwadwo Fosu, Daddy Lumba became a household name through his unmatched contribution to highlife music. For decades, his songs have inspired love, joy, reflection, and pride among Ghanaians, transcending generations and borders.
The final funeral rites will bring together both the music industry and the general public to celebrate his extraordinary life and the legacy he leaves behind. Organisers have described the ceremony as “a national celebration of music, culture, and memory” — a fitting tribute to a man whose voice shaped Ghana’s musical story.
The Baba Yara Sports Stadium has been chosen for its symbolic significance and capacity to host the thousands expected to attend. The day will feature live performances of some of his timeless songs, heartfelt tributes, and prayers for the peaceful repose of his soul.
Family members of the late musician have expressed profound gratitude to Ghanaians for the overwhelming love and sympathy shown since his passing. They have invited the public to join them in celebrating his life with dignity and unity, saying, “Daddy Lumba belongs to Ghana, and Ghana deserves to say goodbye.”
Colleagues from the entertainment industry, traditional leaders, clergy, and government officials are expected to attend, reflecting the national importance of his contribution to culture and the arts.
Across the country, tributes continue to pour in as fans recall how Daddy Lumba’s music provided comfort, wisdom, and laughter during life’s many moments. For many, his voice was more than melody — it was a message of hope and humanity.
As Ghana gathers in Kumasi on December 6, the event will not only mark the end of an era but also the continuation of a legacy that will echo through generations. Daddy Lumba’s music will live on — in hearts, on radios, and in the very soul of the nation he loved.
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