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Ghanaian gospel musician KODA laid to rest
Ghanaian gospel musician and songwriter, Kofi Owusu Anto, affectionately called KODA has been laid to rest today.
The ceremony which took place at Kingsway International Christian Centre (KICC) Dominion Centre, Spintex brought together gospel musicians, well-wishers, family and friends.
KODA,45, passed away in April this year, and the funeral was earlier scheduled for July, however, it was postponed to today Friday, September 20.
Paying her last respect to her late husband, Ewurama Dua Anto shared some fond memories with KODA and acknowledged his care and love for their children.
“I will always bless the day I met you. We shared happy and sad moments together which led to a long-lasting bond between us that words cannot express. You were the best of husbands any wife could pray for and the best of father any child could pray for. You were a good man sweety, I am forever grateful to God that I found you,” she said.
Ewurama proceeded to express confidence in her late husband’s “excellent service to God” and believes that through his death “more souls would be won” into God’s Kingdom because KODA’s focus “was always on Christ.”
“As believers, we rejoice in the fact that you are still alive in heaven. Praise be to Jesus who died to give us eternal life knowing that one day we will all live again. Till we meet again sweety, we will miss you,” she emotionally added.
“But I am consoled that one day we shall see that walk, talk and smile of yours again. Rest in perfect peace, my love,” Ewurama added.
Joe Mettle, Empress Gifty, Daughters of Glorious Jesus, Uncle Ato, Cece Twum, Nii Okai, Nacee, Elder Mireku, Sonnie Badu, Diana Hamilton, Piesie Esther, and Akesse Brempong among others.
KODA was succeeded by two children and a wife.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
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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.
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.
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
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.”
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.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
