THE family of late highlife icon Daddy Lumba has marked the first anniversary of his death with customary remembrance rites held today, Sunday, July 26, 2026.
The ceremony, which formed part of activities commemorating the musician one year after his death, saw family members pour libation in his honour.
Daddy Lumba died on July 26, 2025, at the age of 60.
Also present at the ceremony was his second wife, Odo Broni, who was officially ushered out of widowhood after observing the traditional one-year mourning period.
The customary rite signifies the end of her status as a widow under tradition.
As part of the commemorative activities, the family also announced the appointment of Daddy Lumba’s cousin, Ebenezer Fosuh, as the immediate stand-in for the late musician.
The ceremony provided an opportunity for family members and loved ones to honour the memory of one of Ghana’s most influential highlife musicians, whose music and legacy continue to resonate with audiences across generations.
