A book of condolence honoring the late highlife legend Charles Kojo Fosu, known as Daddy Lumba, will officially open today, Monday, July 28, at his residence and radio station in Accra.
This announcement was made by his manager, Philip Appiah-Kubi, known in the entertainment industry as Roman Fada, during an interview with Citi News on Sunday, July 28, 2025.
The iconic musician passed away at age 60 on Saturday, July 26, while receiving treatment at the Bank Hospital in Accra.
According to his manager, the book will be accessible to the public.
“The book of condolence will be available at his radio station, DL 106.9 FM, and at his residence in Accra. We invite everyone to come. We all loved Daddy Lumba, and we are deeply saddened, but God knows best,” he stated.
In related news, the Creative Arts Agency (CAA) has announced a national candlelight vigil in honor of the late music icon. The vigil is scheduled for Saturday, August 2, 2025, at Independence Square in Accra, from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
This event will be part of a global tribute to Daddy Lumba, with simultaneous ceremonies planned in Ghana, Germany, the United Kingdom, the United States, and the Netherlands.
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“On behalf of the Creative Arts Agency, we warmly invite you to attend a National Candlelight Vigil in memory of the late Daddy Lumba, Ghana’s highlife music legend,” the statement read.
The Agency emphasized that the vigil will not only honor Lumba’s enduring legacy but also serve as a moment for national reflection, celebrating the unifying power of music, culture, and community.
Participants are encouraged to RSVP by July 31, 2025, to confirm their attendance.
Daddy Lumba, whose music defined the highlife genre and inspired generations, died on Saturday, July 26, 2025, at the Bank Hospital in Accra.
SOURCE: CITI NEWSROOM
