The children of late Ghanaian highlife legend Charles Kwadwo Fosuh, popularly known as Daddy Lumba, have issued a statement dissociating themselves from the ongoing legal tussle concerning their father’s funeral and burial arrangements.
In a statement signed by Charlyn Fosuh on behalf of all the children born to Daddy Lumba and Akosua Serwaa Fosuh, the family clarified that they are not participants in the legal proceedings currently before the court. They stressed that they do not wish to be drawn into internal family disagreements over the funeral plans.
“It has come to our attention that there is an ongoing court process regarding the funeral and burial arrangements of our beloved father, the late Charles Kwadwo Fosuh, affectionately known as Daddy Lumba,” the statement read.
“We, the children of Akosua Serwaa and Daddy Lumba, wish to clarify that we are not parties to this legal process and that we do not wish to be involved in any disputes or conflicts surrounding the funeral arrangements,” it added.
The statement emphasized that their primary focus is to celebrate their father’s memory in a respectful and dignified manner, reflecting his life’s achievements and lasting impact on Ghana’s music scene.
The children also appealed to the public and the media to exercise restraint in discussing the family’s affairs, urging for sensitivity and accuracy in all reports related to the late musician’s funeral.
“We kindly ask the general public, especially the media and social media commentators, to be measured and respectful in their commentary regarding the family, any ongoing legal matters, and the funeral arrangements. We believe our father deserves a farewell that reflects the peace, dignity, and unity he valued in life,” they stated.
