The family of late Ghanaian highlife legend Daddy Lumba has finally unveiled his final resting place during a memorial ceremony held at his private residence in East Legon, Accra.
During the during a memorial ceremony, the family unveiled Daddy Lumba’s tomb as part of traditional rites commemorating the musician’s death.
Daddy Lumba’s second wife, Odo Broni, was also ushered out of widowhood after observing the customary one-year mourning period.
Daddy Lumba’s cousin, Ebenezer Fosuh, was also appointed by the family as the stand-in for the late musician in family matters.
Following the ceremony, various videos have surfaced of Daddy Lumba’s final resting place after a year of backlash over his private East Legon burial.
It will be recalled that Rev Ankrah, the spokesperson for the Gborbu Wulomo-Shitse, has told the family of the late Highlife legend Daddy Lumba that they must perform traditional rites to pacify the gods of the Ga Dangme land.
According to the Ga Dangme leaders, it is dirty to have dead bodies come closer to their deities.
Rev Ankrah further explained that the laws of Ghana and Ga Adangbe don’t allow Daddy Lumba to be buried at home, adding that Lumba’s family must pacify the gods.
Beyond the spiritual concerns, he further cited that burying a body in a residential environment could raise potential health and environmental issues.
Speaking on March 12, 2026, in a video shared on X, Rev Ankrah explained, “It is dirty to have dead bodies coming closer to our deities, and the spirits around us do not permit that. If you do that, you have to pacify not just the land but the deities and traditional leadership that have control over the territory where this body has been buried”.
“We will extend invitation to the same family. Whether they have a family head or not, they appear here. If the body is removed from the soil, they would still have to pacify the deities of the land and the community. And then answer questions that we are going to put to them,” he stated.
Meanwhile, the Overlord of GaDangme has summoned the family head of the late Daddy Lumba, Abusuapanyin Kofi Owusu, commonly known as Abusuapanyin Tupac.
According to the Ga chiefs, Abusuapanyin Tupac has been summoned in connection with reports and confirmation by Lumba’s family head that the late singer was laid to rest in his private residence in East Legon.
On March 10, 2026, in a letter, the office of Gborbu Wulomo-Shitsɛ, Nungua traditional area, directed Abusuapanyin Tupac to appear before Wor Lumor Konor Nuumo Borkete Laweh Tsuru at the palace in Nungua on March 13, 2026, at 11:30 am.
Parts of the letter read, “This summons arises in connection with reports and public concerns regarding the alleged burial of the late Charles Kojo Fosu (Daddy Lumba) at his private residence located in East Legon, Accra,” part of the statement read.
“As the Family Head (Abusuapanyin) of the late Charles Kojo Fosu, your presence is required to provide the necessary explanation and engagement on the matter in accordance with customary protocols and to assist in addressing the concerns raised”.
“Your cooperation in this matter is highly expected in the interest of maintaining harmony, respect for tradition, and peaceful resolution of the issues raised. Kindly treat this summons with the urgency and respect it deserves,” the statement further indicated.
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@ghnow_ Today marks one year since the passing of the Highlife icon. This is the final resting place of a legend whose music touched generations and continues to inspire millions. May his soul continue to rest in perfect peace. 🕯️🇬🇭 #GHnow #fyp ♬ original sound – GHnow
@ghnow_ Today marks one year since the passing of the Highlife icon. This is the final resting place of a legend whose music touched generations and continues to inspire millions. May his soul continue to rest in perfect peace. 🕯️🇬🇭 #DaddyLumba #RIPDaddyLumba #HighlifeLegend #GoneButNeverForgotten #GHNow ♬ original sound – FANTASY CLUB OF DADDY LUMBA
@ghnow_ An exclusive look inside the private mausoleum in East Legon where legendary Ghanaian highlife icon Charles Kwadwo Fosu, popularly known as Daddy Lumba, was laid to rest. #DaddyLumba #GHNow #fyp ♬ Owuo Atu Medunsini – Daddy Lumba
