Tensions have escalated in the ongoing dispute over the funeral arrangements of the late highlife musician Charles Kwadwo Fosu, popularly known as Daddy Lumba. Reports indicate that a council of chiefs and elders has formally withdrawn their support from a family member insisting on proceeding with the funeral against their guidance.
According to sources, the elders communicated their decision clearly, stating that their initial intention was to honour the musician appropriately. However, due to ongoing disagreements and noncompliance from the family, they declared that they were stepping aside, effectively washing their hands of the matter. Traditional items and ceremonial drinks that were part of the planned rites were reportedly returned to the family.
Despite the elders’ firm stance, the family head continues to insist on going ahead with the funeral proceedings. Observers have described this insistence as both embarrassing and disrespectful to customary protocol, highlighting the importance of adhering to established traditional processes in such matters.
The dispute underscores the complexities of managing high-profile funerals where family dynamics, cultural customs, and public interest intersect. As the situation unfolds, it remains to be seen how the family will reconcile internal disagreements while ensuring a dignified farewell for the legendary musician.
