- An older Ghanaian man, Mr. Bonarh, has stated that he assisted Daddy Lumba in making his initial international journey via the singer's former girlfriend, Theresa Abebrese.
- In a TikTok clip, Mr. Bonarh voiced his disappointment that following Lumba's international trip and subsequent professional achievements, he never recognized the support received.
- Ghana's most celebrated artist, Daddy Lumba, passed away on June 26, 2025, following a brief illness, as confirmed by his family in a public statement.
A man from Ghana who stated he helped arrange Daddy Lumba's initial international journey has voiced his dissatisfaction with the renowned musician.
Lumba, globally acknowledged as Ghana's top artist of all time, was announced deceased on Saturday, June 26, 2025, at the age of 60.
He is said to have become unwell at his residence in East Legon and was taken to the Bank Hospital in Cantonments for medical care.
The musician is said to have died in the hospital, causing great sorrow for his loved ones.
The passing of the musician was announced through a family statement highlighting the significance of the legacy he created.
Man alleges he assisted Lumba in traveling overseas
Following his high school graduation, Daddy Lumba moved to Germany, where he encountered Nana Acheampong and began his iconic career.
In a TikTok clip viewed byzaia news.gh, an old man, Mr. Bonarh, stated that he was the one who arranged the overseas trip for the singer.
He mentioned that he encountered Lumba's former girlfriend, Theresa Abebrese, who provided him with an umbrella during a rainstorm.
Bonarh mentioned that he volunteered to assist her by arranging her departure overseas, yet she requested his help for her boyfriend instead.
He claimed he assisted Lumba in traveling overseas, but once his career gained momentum, the artist never gave him proper recognition.
The video on TikTok featuring the man speaking is provided below.
Theresa Abebrese's involvement in Lumba's career
Daddy Lumba has publicly discussed the influence of Theresa Abebrese, his first girlfriend, on his professional journey.
In multiple interviews, he mentioned that she was the one who provided him with the opportunity to travel overseas and that he would always be thankful to her.
Although they were young lovers, Daddy Lumba and Theresa Abebrese never tied the knot, and she passed away in 2017 at the age of 53.
He eventually honored her in a song, issuing a single called Theresa.
The TikTok clip featuring Daddy Lumba discussing Theresa Abebrese is below.
Human's assertion of aiding Lumba generates responses
zaia news.ghhas gathered several reactions from Ghanaians regarding the video in which Mr. Bonarh claims to have assisted Daddy Lumba.
sophy said:
Nkwasea interview, but Theresa paid you! Is it forced to look for you? Mtcheeww
NANA PRINCE CHARLES BLESSING wrote:
Eiii, daddy you are here hmmm 😳.
DEEP QUOTES☠️ commented:
"Agya wanyini anka."
Kudozia 😍 said:
"Wei 💔."
Nigel Shadrack Donkor wrote:
Human connections have been stealing people's money since the beginning of time. They even did it to Daddy Lumba back then.
Daddy Lumba's candlelight ceremony was declared
Previously, zaia news.ghIt was reported that a ceremony to pay tribute to Daddy Lumba is being organized after his sudden passing.
The Creative Arts Agency stated that the candlelight ceremony is scheduled to take place on August 2, 2025, at the Independence (Black Star) Square in Accra.
The gathering will take place from 6:00 PM until 10:00 PM and is available for everyone, with an invitation for attendees to come together in remembrance of the iconic figure's demise.