A Kumasi High Court has thrown out an injunction application seeking to stop the burial and funeral of celebrated highlife musician Charles Kwadwo Fosu, popularly known as Daddy Lumba.
The application was filed by Madam Akosua Serwaa Fosu, who claims to be the late musician’s legally wedded wife. She had asked the court to restrain the head of the extended family and another woman, identified as Ms. Priscilla Ofori — also known as “Odo Broni” — from proceeding with funeral arrangements.
The case stems from an ongoing dispute over who holds legitimate widowhood and funeral rights, as well as questions surrounding the validity of marriages associated with the late musician.
Madam Serwaa’s counsel, William Kusi, argued that she is the musician’s only legal spouse and that her rights were being overlooked in the planning of the funeral. The Counsel presented a civil ordinance issued by the German government as evidence to support his claim.
However, the court dismissed her request, effectively clearing the way for the scheduled burial to proceed.
The presiding judge has instructed both parties to submit all relevant documents, including witness statements, by the end of October. A case management conference is scheduled for November 14, with hearings set for November 17 and 21, and judgment expected on November 25, 2025.
The ruling may settle one aspect of the ongoing family tension, though it remains unclear whether further legal actions will follow ahead of the funeral date.
Daddy Lumba passed away on July 26, 2025. His family had earlier announced that his final funeral rites would be held on December 6, 2025, at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium in Kumasi.
Source:Citi Newsroom