Kwame Bee Recalls Risking His Job Over Daddy Lumba’s Music as Fans Mourn the Icon
- Media personality Kwame Bee has recalled a time at his former workplace, Kasapa FM, where he almost lost his job over a Daddy Lumba song
- The Kasapa FM Programs Manager spoke about the impact of the highlife legend's songs and why he wanted to play his songs despite the GBC directive
- Sympathisers continue to troop into Lumba's East Legon residence to commiserate with the bereaved family
Kwame Bee, the Programs Manager for the renowned media house Kasapa FM, has recounted a moment on the radio when he risked his job by playing highlife legend Daddy Lumba's song Aben Woha.
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Kwame Bee recounts a Lumba story
As tributes continue to pour in following Daddy Lumba's death, many fans, media personalities, and dignitaries are sharing memories of the highlife legend's influence on their lives and careers.
One such reflection came from Kwame Bee, who shared a personal story that has captivated many. According to him, back in 2004, he nearly lost his job at Volta Star Radio for playing Daddy Lumba’s hit song “Aben Woha”.
In an exclusive on Kasapa FM, he mentioned that despite the GBC's directive not to play Lumba's song, he noted that he went ahead anyway. Explaining further, he stated that the icon's songs always spoke to the people.
“In 2004, I almost lost my job at Volta Star Radio when I played Daddy Lumba’s ‘Aben Woha.’ The song was hot, and so was the reaction. But I had to play it—Lumba’s music speaks to people,” Kwame Bee said.
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Aftermath of Lumba's passing
Since the highlife legend’s passing on July 26, 2025, Ghanaians at home and abroad have continued to honour his memory.
A national vigil was held at Black Star Square on August 2, drawing thousands of fans, Daddy Lumba's children, family members, and dignitaries. Attendees lit candles and sang along to his timeless classics. Ghanaians abroad also hosted a candlelight vigil to honour the late highlife legend.
Meanwhile, a steady stream of mourners continues to visit the late Lumba’s East Legon residence to commiserate with his family. Among them are celebrities, former heads of state, political figures, fellow musicians, and fans, many of whom hold a story of how Lumba’s music touched their lives.
Lumba’s final stage appearance with wife Odo Broni
YEN.com.gh reported that following the passing of legendary highlife musician Daddy Lumba, emotional tributes and nostalgic memories have flooded social media.
Among the many cherished moments being shared, one video has especially moved fans, a heartwarming clip of the late icon sharing the stage with his wife, Odo Broni, during a concert in Koforidua.
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