Highlife Legend Daddy Lumba Passes Away at 60

Ghanaian music icon and highlife legend, Charles Kwadwo Fosu, popularly known as Daddy Lumba, has sadly passed away at the age of 60.

According to reliable information reported by Nydjlive.com, the celebrated musician died in the early hours of Saturday, July 26, 2025, at the Bank Hospital in Cantonments, Accra, where he had been receiving medical care. While the exact cause of death has not been confirmed, sources indicate that the singer had been battling illness for some time.

Daddy Lumba’s passing marks a heartbreaking moment for Ghana’s music industry and fans across the world. Known for his smooth vocals, timeless hits, and immense influence on the highlife genre, Lumba’s career spanned decades and left an indelible mark on the cultural fabric of the nation.

As of now, no official statement has been released by the family.

Tributes have already begun pouring in on social media, with fans and fellow musicians remembering his legacy, unmatched artistry, and contribution to Ghanaian music.

More updates will follow as the story develops.

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