The Minister for Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, Madam Abla Dzifa Gomashie, has urged the public and media, to respect the privacy of the family of late highlife legend Charles Kojo Fosu (Daddy Lumba) as they mourn his passing.
Madam Gomashie made the appeal during a condolence visit to the family home, where she offered her sympathies and fulfilled customary obligations on behalf of the Ministry.
She expressed deep sorrow over the loss and urged Ghanaians to allow the bereaved family space to grieve with dignity.
“This is a difficult time for the family, and we must all show compassion by respecting their privacy,” adding that his passing was a tremendous loss to the creative arts industry and the entire nation.
She paid glowing tribute to the celebrated musician, praising his immense contribution to Ghana’s highlife music tradition and his role in inspiring generations of artists.
Madam Gomashie also revealed that the Ministry had been planning a major highlife music festival, which the late artist was expected to headline.
The festival, she said, was part of Ghana’s broader efforts to secure UNESCO recognition for highlife music and the traditional Kete dance as elements of the country’s intangible cultural heritage.
“Losing him at such a critical moment is heartbreaking, saying we were preparing something significant that he would have been proud to participate in.”
As arrangements for his final rites take shape, the Ministry and the entire creative arts community continue to reflect on the enduring legacy of Charles Kojo Fosu-a cultural icon whose music left an indelible mark on Ghanaian hearts and history.
GNA
