GHANA’S music legend, Daddy Lumba, may have achieved monumental success in his career, but his closest confidant, Ernest Toah Akonor (E.T. Akonor Jnr), has revealed a poignant truth—the Highlife maestro harboured a dream he never got to …
Highlife musician Ofori Amponsah has paid an emotional tribute to the late music legend Charles Kwadwo Fosu, popularly known as Daddy Lumba, describing himself as unworthy of the immense mentorship and fatherly support he received from t…
Hausa Youth Ghana has officially announced the launch of activities for World Hausa Day 2025, with this year’s commemoration set to span the entire month of August.
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The Ministry of Tourism, Culture, and Creative Arts, in collaboration with the National Folklore Board (NFB), has officially launched the "By the Fire Side" Storytelling Series under the theme "Memories of Tales". The initiative seeks to…
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Former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia has made a passionate appeal for the late highlife legend, Daddy Lumba, to be accorded a state funeral in recognition of his unparalleled contribution to Ghanaian music and national identity.
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Daddy Lumba's real name is Charles Kwadwo Fosu, which might suggest he was born on Monday, given the traditional Ghanaian naming convention where "Kwadwo" signifies a male born on Monday.
However, his birthdate, September 29, 1964, …
RENOWNED rapper and cultural advocate Okyeame Kwame has criticised the current Ghanaian educational system for making tradition and culture unattractive to young people.
He argues that the current curricula often portray tradition an…
GHANA’S creative community is mourning the loss of one of its most revered figures, Charles Kwadwo Fosu, popularly known as Daddy Lumba, whose passing has triggered an outpouring of tributes from industry associations including Musicians…
After a long hiatus from the mainstream music scene, Ghanaian rapper V12 Origenator has made a comeback with his latest single, One Night.
More than just a new track, the song signals a personal and artistic rebirth for the artiste,…
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MultiChoice Ghana today announced an escalation in its ongoing efforts to combat the rampant cross-border decoder piracy and illegal streaming of its DStv, GOtv and Showmax content. This intensified crackdown aims to protect intellectual p…
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Ghanaian media personality and MC Anita Erskine has been selected to serve as a juror for the 2025 International Emmy Awards, a prestigious recognition of excellence in television programming globally.
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Ghanaian actor and filmmaker Kwadwo Nkansah, popularly known as Lilwin, has voiced his disappointment regarding the scheduling of the late Daddy Lumba’s candlelight vigil on Saturday, August 2, the same day to premiere his much publicise…
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Ghanaian rapper and music producer, Kwame Ametepee Tsikata, known professionally as M.anifest, has paid glowing tribute to the late highlife legend, Charles Kwadwo Fosu, popularly known as Daddy Lumba, describing him as an artist who t…
The late Ghanaian highlife legend, Daddy Lumba has made a remarkable posthumous chart debut on Apple Music Ghana's Top Songs chart.
His song "Makra Mo" has taken the top spot, while 30 of his tracks have flooded the Top 100 list. Oth…
Renowned Ghanaian actress and TV presenter, Nana Ama McBrown, recently shared with her fans the reason behind her absence from television.
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Veteran Ghanaian musician Nana Acheampong has shared a heartfelt tribute to his friend and music partner, Daddy Lumba, following his passing on July 26, 2025.
In a Facebook post, Nana Acheampong expressed his grief and shock at the n…
The Minister for Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, Hon. Abla Dzifa Gomashie has paid a working visit to the Nkyinkyim Museum as part of efforts to strengthen partnerships with private cultural institutions and boost tourism in Ghana.
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A national candlelight vigil in honour of the late highlife legend, Charles Kwadwo Fosu, popularly known as Daddy Lumba is going to be held under the auspices of the Creative Arts Agency at the Independence Square in Accra on Saturday, A…
A book of condolence in memory of the late highlife legend, Charles Kojo Fosu, popularly known as Daddy Lumba, will officially be opened today, Monday, July 28, at his residence and radio station in Accra.
This was confirmed by his …
When you hear of my passing, don’t shed a tear — Daddy Lumba’s timeless words echo as Ghana grieves the loss of a musical titan. Yet, for many, the pain is too deep for them not to weep.
Last Saturday morning, the nation was plunged …
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