Former President Kufuor eulogises Daddy Lumba

Former President John Agyekum Kufuor has eulogised the late legendary musician Charles Kwadwo Fosu, aka Daddy Lumba. 

The former President described him as one of the foremost Ghanaian highlife artists ever. 

In a statement, the former President said the news of Daddy Lumba’s passing away over the past weekend, hit him like a thunderbolt.  

“I never heard of his illness which makes it all the more shocking,” he said. 

“Daddy Lumba, an iconic and highly-talented musician of our times, surely captivated the hearts and minds of many in Ghana, and indeed, many highlife enthusiasts the world over, with his peculiar voice and lyrics.” 

The former President said: “Truly, his lyrics were thrilling, transcendental, and enjoyable.  

“I count myself as one of his favourite devotees. In recent times, I have always looked forward to his end-of-year “Night of the Legends” musical concerts, a number of which he personally invited me to.” 

He said as the nation mourns his untimely death, may Ghanaians be consoled that he was a precious gift of their Creator to them all to enjoy while he was with them here on earth.  

“We celebrate his achievements and remarkable life,” he said. 

Former President Kufuor extended his sincere condolences to his widow, children and extended family that he left behind and wish them fortitude in these difficult times.  

Source: GNA 

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