Daddy Lumba's Abusuapanin Retracts Statements About Odo Broni, Seeks Forgiveness in Video

• The head of Daddy Lumba's family is trending after his utterances regarding the demise of the highlife legend
• Kofi Owusu, in an interview, made a U-turn on his earlier comments about Odo Broni and praised her instead
• Ghanaians who took to the comments section of the video have shared varied opinions on his statements

Kofi Owusu, the head of Daddy Lumba's family, is once again in the news following the demise of the Ghanaian highlife legend.

The elderly man, speaking in an interview with Kontonkyie TV, retracted his earlier comments about the musician's widow, Odo Broni.

Kofi Owusu clarified that Daddy Lumba’s widow had adhered to all traditions and had appropriately communicated the news of his death.

He then confirmed that his beloved relative and famous musician was indeed no more.

He also stated that even though he did not know Odo Broni personally, others, such as Daddy Lumba's siblings, attested to her being a good person.

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Kofi Owusu, who appeared remorseful, said he retracted his earlier comments about Odo Broni and sought forgiveness for his past utterances.

He concluded by calling on Ghanaians to support the family as they prepared to bid their beloved farewell.

Kofi Owusu's initial comments on Odo Broni

Kofi Owusu received a lot of flak after he openly criticised Daddy Lumba's widow, accusing her of being disrespectful.

He warned that any attempt by the grieving widow to sideline the family during the musician's funeral would not be accepted.

Ghana was thrown into mourning after Daddy Lumba’s lawyer, in a statement, announced that the highlife legend had died.

The statement indicated that Daddy Lumba passed away at the Bank Hospital in Accra, where he was receiving treatment.

The new video of Kofi Owusu clearing the air about Odo Broni garnered over 1,500 likes at the time of writing this report.

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Candlelight vigil planned for Daddy Lumba

The Creative Agency has since announced that a candlelight vigil would be held in honour of Daddy Lumba on Saturday, August 2, 2025, at Independence Square in Accra, commencing at 6:00 p.m.

A book of condolence has also been opened at the late musician’s private residence as of Tuesday, July 29, 2025.

Reactions to Daddy Lumba's Abusuapanin's comments

Netizens who thronged the comments section of the video have shared varied opinions on the ongoing controversy.

Obroni_Derby stated:

"Abusuapanin, this was the first thing you should have done—wait to receive the drinks before granting that first interview."

Cedis reacted:

"Abusuapanin dier saa... If you want school fees, they won't show you the Abusuapanin role by giving you money. They only show you the Abusuapanin role when you die."

LOVE QUEEN added:

"What you people are doing is very, very worrying. Hmm."

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MC Portfolio compares Daddy Lumba, Michael Jackson

Earlier, YEN.com.gh reported that MC Portfolio got tongues wagging after comparing Daddy Lumba and Michael Jackson.

The entertainment commentator controversially stated the highlife veteran’s influence was greater than that of the King of Pop.

Source: YEN.com.gh