Music lovers and fans of Charles Kwadwo Fosu, popularly known as Daddy Lumba, gathered at Stamford Bridge, a popular spot in Sunyani in the Bono Region, to mourn and celebrate the legendary Ghanaian music icon.
Daddy Lumba, aged 60, passed away on Saturday, July 26, 2025, and since then, Ghanaians from all walks of life have been mourning his death by playing many of his songs.
The Sunyani Lumba candlelight vigil was organised by the Die-Hard Lumba Fans – Bono Chapter, with Mark Abisa, a presenter at Sunyani-based Sun City Radio, serving as one of the lead organisers.
In Accra, a national candlelight vigil is also being held at the Independence Square in his memory.
Mark Abisa said he has loved Lumba since childhood, and his death was a heavy blow to him, but he thought joining the die-hard fans with the support of Fox Solutions and Saveok Company to organise the vigil was his way of appreciating the enormous contribution of the highlife singers’ in-depth lyrics in his life.
“Certainly the vigil has also afforded thousands of fans the chance to meet in honour of Lumba’s memory and celebrate his legacy in Ghana, Africa, and the world”, he said.
Though he admitted the financial strain of organising the vigil, they managed to notify the Ghana Police Service, which deployed personnel to provide security.
Some mourners placed candles on their tables and, accompanied by friends and relatives, sipped drinks while reminiscing about the impact of some of Lumba’s songs.
“Ankwanoma is my favourite of his songs because it inspires me to focus on what I believe in and not be distracted by criticisms of others”, Akosua Manu, a fan wearing her DL printed T-shirt, said.
She added, “The song said I will do what I can do and when it’s my time, I will leave, and that is exactly what I am doing with my life”.
“As for me, anytime I hear his love songs, it softens my heart and I will dance regardless of where I am”, Josephine, a patron, said.
Bennett Nkrumah said they are “celebrating a true musical icon whose legacy continues to inspire generations”.
Some patrons were seen shedding tears when some of Lumba’s heart-touching songs, such as Ahenfo Kyinie, Ahenkye, and Makra mo, were played.
The old and young would not allow themselves to be left out of the vigil as they joined others to sing almost every Lumba song while dancing their hearts out.
Food and beverage sellers were also cashing in, just like others selling Daddy Lumba printed T-shirts.
Meanwhile, the vigil created traffic on the Sunyani Abesim road as all roads led to Stamford Bridge.
Another situation worth noting is that spots, pubs, and other joints in Sunyani were left empty, though with Lumba’s songs on continuous play, because Stamford Bridge became “the centre of attraction” in Sunyani.
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Source: myjoyonline.com
