Emotions ran high at the one-week funeral observation of legendary highlife musician Daddy Lumba, as his wife, Odo Broni, was seen weeping uncontrollably during the solemn ceremony held at Independence Square (Black Star Square) on August 30, 2025.
Originally planned for the University of Ghana Stadium, the event venue was changed following a directive from the La Traditional Council, which had imposed a temporary ban on noise-making and funeral gatherings from August 11 to September 5. To respect the directive while maintaining the memorial date, organizers relocated the ceremony to Independence Square.
In a touching video circulating on social media, Odo Broni is seen holding tightly to a portrait of her late husband, visibly overwhelmed by grief. Despite efforts from mourners to comfort her, she refused to let go of the framed image, drawing widespread sympathy from attendees and online viewers alike.
Daddy Lumba, a cultural icon in Ghanaian music, is mourned by fans, industry colleagues, and loved ones, many of whom gathered to pay their respects and celebrate his legacy.
The one-week observance marked a significant moment in the mourning process, and plans for the final funeral rites are expected to be announced in the coming weeks.
Source: GhPage
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