Daddy Lumba’s March Funeral Billboards in Kumasi Pulled Down

Daddy Lumba’s March Funeral Billboards in Kumasi Pulled Down

  • Billboards promoting the late Daddy Lumba’s second funeral have been unexpectedly taken down, sparking curiosity among Ghanaians online
  • Reports indicate that the KNUST Top Maxima and Manhyia Roundabout billboards have now been replaced, drawing uncertainty around the funeral plans
  • Billboards were mounted in December 2025 to advertise the funeral, being organised by the late artist's first wife, Akosua Serwaa, in March 2026

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Ghanaians have been left quietly reflective after billboards mounted to promote the second funeral of music legend Daddy Lumba were taken down across parts of Kumasi.

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Ghanaian music legend Daddy Lumba’s March funeral billboards in Kumasi are taken down, prompting debate. Image credit: Buffalo News live/Facebook, djflowgh/Instagram, Dadzietv/TikTok
Source: UGC

What started as a routine glimpse at funeral billboards quickly became a moment of dismay for fans, many of whom had grown deeply attached to the public farewell plans.

Daddy Lumba's funeral billboards quietly removed

In an Instagram video shared by Zionfelixdotcom, the content creator visited the exact locations where the billboards once stood: KNUST Top Maxima and Manhyia Roundabout.

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By January 19, 2026, both had been completely replaced, sparking conversations and a measure of concern from fans.

As curiosity grew, attention shifted to Akosua Serwaa, the late Daddy Lumba's first wife and the chief organiser of the second funeral.

Reports indicated that she had travelled from Ghana to Germany just hours before the billboards were taken down.

Despite the silence from official sources, supporters have continued to show warmth and understanding, recognising the emotional weight such responsibilities carry.

Akosua Serwaa, who shared three children with the music legend, has received steady encouragement from fans who admire her strength and grace.

Watch the Instagram video below.

Reactions to Daddy Lumba March funeral plans

Earlier announcements had stated that the second funeral would take place on March 14 at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium, the same venue used for the first ceremony in December 2025, though with a different programme structure.

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For now, no official update has clarified whether the removal signals a change in plans or a simple reorganisation.

Many Ghanaians remain hopeful, trusting that any decision would honour Daddy Lumba’s legacy with dignity, love, and unity, with the nation waiting for another chance to honour the highlife legend.

Akosua Serwaa arrives in Ghana

Meanwhile, on January 9, 2026, a video went viral on social media showing Daddy Lumba’s first wife at the Düsseldorf Airport in Germany ahead of her first trip to Ghana after her husband’s burial.

Akosua Serwaa touched down in the country later that day to a rousing welcome from a large crowd of Ghanaians, led by her unofficial fan group, Team Legal Wives.

Many prominent celebrities, including media personalities Sally Mann and Ohemaa Woyeje, joined in welcoming her in grand style.

Below is a TikTok video of Akosua Serwaa arriving at the Kotoka Airport.

Akosua Serwaa returns to Germany

During her stay in Ghana, Daddy Lumba’s first wife filed to be granted letters of administration to her late husband’s estate.

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The filing at the Adum High Court was later halted by a caveat filed by Odo Broni’s lawyers.

She also hosted numerous visitors at the home of popular businessman Kenpong, where she resided during her time in Ghana.

On Monday, January 19, 2026, an image emerged on social media appearing to suggest Akosua Serwaa was returning to Germany.

The photo showed her in a flight and staring down a person who appeared to be recording her on their phone.

According to reports, Akosua Serwaa was headed back to Europe, although her departure had not been publicly announced.

The photos sparked mixed reactions , with some Odo Broni fans jabbing her departure, while Akosua Serwaa’s defenders slammed their opponents for invading her privacy.

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Akosua Serwaa sparks outrage as she waves a marriage certificate banner at the Prempeh Airport in Kumasi on January 11, 2026. Image credit: MahamuduBawumia/Facebook, @gossips24tv, @xtwomedia_gh2
Source: TikTok

Akosua Serwaa sparks outrage with marriage certificate

Previously, YEN.com.gh reported that Akosua Serwaa sparked outrage after waving a marriage certificate banner at the Kumasi Prempeh I International Airport.

In a video, Daddy Lumba’s first wife, surrounded by adoring fans, waved a massive banner-like printed certificate to the crowd, triggering backlash on social media.

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Source: YEN.com.gh

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Ruth Sekyi (Entertainment Editor) Ruth Esi Amfua Sekyi is a Human Interest Editor at YEN.com.gh with 4+ years' experience across radio, print, TV, and digital media. She holds a B.A. in Communications (PR) from UNIMAC-IJ. Her media career began at Radio GIJ (campus radio), followed by Prime News Ghana. At InstinctWave, she worked on business content, playing major role in events organized by the company. She also worked with ABC News GH, updating their site, served as Production Assistant. In 2025, Ruth completed the ECOWAS, GIZ, and MFWA Information Integrity training. Email: ruth.sekyi@yen.com.gh