What was expected to be a solemn occasion to mark the one-week passing of Highlife legend, Charles Kwadwo Fosu, popularly known as Daddy Lumba, turned
What was expected to be a solemn occasion to mark the one-week passing of Highlife legend, Charles Kwadwo Fosu, popularly known as Daddy Lumba, turned into an unexpected spectacle as social media conversations shifted focus from grief to a parade of women who dominated attention with what many described as a “nyash competition.”
The event, held on Saturday, August 30, 2025, at the Black Star (Independence) Square, attracted thousands of mourners, including political leaders, showbiz icons, and fans of the celebrated musician.
But alongside the tributes, prayers, and musical performances, the gathering was marked by the conspicuous presence of young women clad in tight, revealing black dresses, many of whom seemed to compete for the cameras with their exaggerated body displays.
Bloggers Capture The ‘Side Attraction’
While family members, dignitaries, and industry players paid homage to the late legend, some attendees—particularly bloggers and content creators—shifted their lenses to the women, who strutted around the venue in sideways walks, drawing stares and sparking laughter among onlookers.
Videos from the event, which surfaced on TikTok, Instagram, and X (formerly Twitter), quickly trended, with netizens coining it as a “slay queens butt parade.”
Some women were accused of wearing artificial hip and butt pads, but their defenders on social media claimed everything was “natural.”
The online debate soon overshadowed the solemnity of the occasion, with hashtags such as #NyashAtLumbaOneWeek climbing into the top trends by evening.
Gospel Meets Glamour
One of the most talked-about moments came when gospel musician Brother Sammy was captured escorting one of the women into the crowd and later bringing her on stage while he performed.
His gesture, which many considered inappropriate for the event, drew mixed reactions.
Some saw it as lighthearted entertainment, while others condemned it as disrespectful to the mourning family.
Dignitaries And Donations
Despite the distractions, the official program went ahead as planned.
Former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo and Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia led the political class in attendance, alongside ministers, MPs, and presidential hopeful.
The gathering also drew major names in the entertainment industry, including Amakye Dede, Kojo Antwi, Pat Thomas, and gospel star Diana Asamoah.
Financial contributions poured in to support funeral preparations: Nana Akufo-Addo donated GH¢100,000, Dr Bawumia GH¢50,000, Kennedy Agyapong GH¢10,000, with several others, including the Ghana Police Service, making donations.
Final Funeral In Kumasi
Family head Kofi Owusu reminded the public that the final funeral rites would take place in Kumasi, in consultation with the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, as tradition demands.
Lumba’s Legacy Overshadowed
Born September 29, 1964, Daddy Lumba rose from leading his school choir at Juaben Secondary in the early 1980s to becoming a global Highlife powerhouse, credited with modernising the genre.
His collaborations, unique style, and lyrical dexterity made him one of Ghana’s most influential musicians until his passing on July 26, 2025, at age 60.
COMMENTS