A Kumasi High Court has dismissed an injunction application seeking to stop the burial and funeral of Ghanaian highlife icon, Charles Kwadwo Fosuh, popularly known as Daddy Lumba.
The application was filed by Madam Akosua Serwaa Fosuh, who claims to be the musician’s lawful wife.
She sought to prevent the head of the extended family and another woman, who also identifies as the singer’s spouse, from proceeding with funeral arrangements.
The case stems from a contentious dispute over widowhood rights, control of funeral proceedings, and the validity of marriages involving the late musician.
Daddy Lumba passed away on July 26, 2025, and his family announced that his final funeral rites would be held on December 6, 2025, at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium in Kumasi.
However, the legal tussle raised concerns about a possible delay or alteration of the scheduled date.
The respondents in the case include Kofi Owusu Fosu, head of the musician’s family, and Ms. Priscilla Ofori, popularly known as “Odo Broni”, who also claims to have been married to the legendary artist and to have children with him.
Madam Serwaa insisted that she remains Daddy Lumba’s only legally recognized wife, alleging that her rights were being disregarded in the funeral planning process.
With the court’s dismissal of her injunction, preparations for the highlife legend’s burial are expected to continue as scheduled, although the broader dispute over marital and widowhood claims remains unresolved.
