The Ga Dangme traditional council has raised alarms over the burial of iconic Ghanaian highlife musician Daddy Lumba at his private East Legon residence, citing breaches of customary law and potential spiritual consequences.
Rev Ankrah, representing the Gborbu Wulomo-Shitse, emphasized that Ga traditions prohibit burials within residential areas, warning that doing so could affect both the spiritual well-being of the land and the health of nearby residents. “Such practices are culturally inappropriate and may have long-term repercussions for the community,” he said.
The council also revealed that the family head, Kofi Owusu, was summoned by the Ga overlord, Wor-Lumor Konor Numo Borkete Larweh Tsuru, to meet with traditional leaders on March 13, 2026, regarding the burial. Sources indicate that Owusu did not attend the meeting despite receiving formal notice, raising questions about his authority as Abusuapanyin (family head).
In response, the Ga Dangme leadership has urged Daddy Lumba’s family to perform ritual cleansing to restore spiritual balance to the land. They stressed that while the musician is celebrated nationally, adherence to customary practices remains essential.
The council’s call highlights the tension between modern funeral choices and the preservation of Ga cultural traditions, underscoring the importance of engaging with traditional authorities when conducting rites that intersect with ancestral land and spiritual customs.
