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Daddy Lumba and Nana Acheampong reunite after years, perform together

The two veterans had been seen performing together for the primary time in a few years throughout a musical present dubbed, “The Legends Night”.

During their efficiency on the Legends Night which befell on the Grand Arena of the Accra International Conference Centre (AICC), Charles Kwadwo Fosu identified effectively as Daddy Lumba paid homage to former group member and buddy Nana Acheampong.

According to him, Nana Acheampong launched him to the Highlife style and additionally contributed to his profession.

“When I went to Germany, I was doing Gospel until I found Nana Acheampong who introduced me to Highlife. He has played a major role in my music career and I owe him a lot” he stated.

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Until the 2 fell out, they had been a bunch often called Lumba Brothers.

Although the pair deliberate to launch an album in 1986, monetary constraints wouldn’t allow them to. The album was finally launched in 1989 with the assistance of Lumba’s spouse, Akosua Serwaa, who produced the album. The title of the album is Yɛɛyɛ Aka Akwantuo Mu.

Source: www.pulse.com.gh

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Breaking News: Daddy Lumba is dead – Family announces

Ghanaian music legend Charles Kojo Fosu, popularly known as Daddy Lumba, has died.

His family confirmed the sad news in a press release issued on Saturday, saying the 60-year-old passed away earlier in the day after a short illness.

“It is with profound sorrow and deep grief that the Fosu family announces the passing of Ghana’s beloved musical icon,” the statement read.

Daddy Lumba was one of Ghana’s most celebrated highlife musicians. With a career spanning more than three decades, his songs touched millions, telling stories of love, pain, joy, and hope.

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He was known for his powerful voice, emotional lyrics, and unique style that made him a household name across the country and beyond.

“His soulful voice provided the soundtrack to our love stories, and his poignant lyrics captured the poetry of our struggles, dreams, and resilience,” the family said.

The family has asked for privacy as they mourn their loss and promised to announce funeral arrangements in the coming days.

The statement was signed by Fati Ali Yallah, a lawyer from Baba Jamal & Associates, on behalf of the Fosu family.

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Fans, fellow musicians, and Ghanaians across the country have started pouring out tributes on social media, remembering Daddy Lumba’s unmatched contribution to Ghanaian music.

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 Kwabena Kwabena launches ‘Aso’ @20, set to embark on global tour

Kwabena Kwabena (left) in an interview with Andy Dosty
Kwabena Kwabena (left) in an interview with Andy Dosty

The Ace highlife musician Kwabena Kwabena, known in private life as George Kwabe­na Adu, has launched ‘Aso’ @20, to celebrate the song which ush­ered him to the mainstream music industry.

The song, was originally released in 2004 as part of his debut album. ‘Aso’ featured other timeless tracks such as ‘Ka Kyere Me’ and ‘Tro­dom’.

The launch event took place on Friday, July 18, 2025 at Corks Lounge in Osu and was hosted by renowned broadcaster Andy Dosty.

“It’s an honour to see ‘Aso’, now 20 years old, still resonating with audiences and being performed by a new generation of artistes.”

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Kwabena Kwabena also recount­ed how some executive producers among others rejected the song, due to the trends at the time.

He expressed his appreciation to all those who have contributed to his success over the period.

As part of the year-long celebra­tion, Kwabena Kwabena announced a world tour that will span Africa, Europe, North America and Austra­lia.

The concerts, set to begin in August, will take place in more intimate venues to allow for closer engagement with fans.

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 By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme

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