As Ghana mourns the passing of Charles Kwadwo Fosu—known to generations as Daddy Lumba—the spotlight naturally turns to his musical legacy. But behind the hits, the sold-out concerts, and the cultural impact, there existed a quieter world: one shaped by two women who loved him deeply, and seven children who knew him not as a star, but as a father.
This is not a tribute to the artist. It’s a portrait of the man—through the eyes of those who lived in his shadow, yet held his heart.
First wife: Akosua Serwaa – Before the fame, before the accolades, there was Akosua Serwaa. She met Lumba in Germany during his early years of struggle and ambition.
Their bond was forged in hardship, and she became both partner and producer—literally. Serwaa helped finance and shape his debut album Yɛɛyɛ Aka Akwantuo Mu, a project that launched him into Ghana’s musical consciousness.
They had four children together, including Calvin Kwadwo Fosu and Nana Ama. Though Serwaa remained in Germany, her influence on Lumba’s early career was undeniable. She was the woman who believed in him before the world did.
Second wife: Priscilla Ofori Atta aka Odo Broni – In his later years, Daddy Lumba found companionship in Priscilla Ofori Atta, affectionately known as Odo Broni. Unlike Serwaa, she lived with him in Ghana and kept a low public profile.
But within their home, she was his confidante, caregiver, and emotional anchor—especially during his health battles.
They had three children together. Though their names remain private, Odo Broni’s presence was anything but invisible. She was by his side at the Bank Hospital in Accra when he passed, and her composure in the days that followed earned her quiet admiration across the country.
Children: Daddy Lumba fathered seven children—four with Serwaa, three with Odo Broni. He was fiercely protective of their privacy, rarely mentioning them in interviews or public appearances. Yet those close to him describe a man who was deeply involved in their upbringing, emphasizing discipline, humility, and education.
Calvin Kwadwo Fosu, his eldest son, is reportedly exploring music, while Nana Ama has pursued a career outside entertainment. The younger children, raised under Odo Broni’s care, have remained shielded from public scrutiny.
Family dynamics – In a moment that captured national attention, a video surfaced days after Lumba’s death showing Akosua Serwaa and Odo Broni embracing at his residence. It was not just a gesture of grief—it was a symbol of unity. Two women from different chapters of his life, bound by shared love and loss.
There have been murmurs of tension over funeral arrangements and estate management, but insiders say both women are committed to honoring Lumba’s wishes and preserving his legacy.
Legacy: With over 33 albums and hundreds of unreleased tracks, Daddy Lumba’s estate is vast. DLFM, the radio station he founded in 2022, remains operational and may soon be managed by his children. Both wives are expected to play roles in curating his archives, though the path forward is still unfolding.
