The World Gathers To Celebrate Daddy Lumba’s Life On August 2

The Ghanaian creative industry, in collaboration with fans, stakeholders, and cultural organizations worldwide, has officially announced a global vigil in honour of the late legendary highlife musician Daddy Lumba. The vigil is scheduled for Saturday, August 2, 2025, and will take place simultaneously across multiple locations in Ghana and internationally.

This solemn yet celebratory event will serve as a unified tribute to one of Ghana’s most decorated and influential musicians, whose music shaped the cultural identity of several generations. From his early days in the music scene to becoming a household name across the globe, Daddy Lumba (born Charles Kwadwo Fosu) remains a monumental figure in Ghanaian music history.

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Event Details:

Date: Saturday, August 2, 2025

Time: 6:00 PM (GMT) onwards

Theme: “A Night of Songs and Candlelight for a Legend”

Dress Code: White or traditional black and red (optional, depending on region)

Main Locations:

Accra – Independence Square

Kumasi – Jubilee Park

London – Ghana High Commission Grounds

New York – Bronx Ghanaian Community Center

Berlin, Toronto, and Amsterdam – Locations to be confirmed

Virtual Participation – Live-streamed on YouTube, Facebook, and major Ghanaian media platforms

Program Line-up:

•Musical performances by top Ghanaian artists

•Candlelight procession

•Speeches and tributes from musicians, public figures, and family members

•Playback of Daddy Lumba’s greatest hits and unreleased audio messages

•A moment of silence and traditional rites led by cultural elders

Organizers:

This event is being coordinated by a joint committee consisting of:

Ghana Music Rights Organization (GHAMRO)

Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture

Musicians Union of Ghana (MUSIGA)

DLFM and Lumba Legacy Foundation

Diaspora Ghanaian Cultural Associations

All fans, supporters, and members of the general public are invited to attend or join online. Participants are encouraged to bring candles, Lumba memorabilia, and wear symbolic attire as a sign of respect and celebration.