Mark Okraku-Mantey, former Deputy Minister of Tourism, Culture, and Creative Arts, has proposed a transformative vision for the East Legon residence of legendary highlife musician Daddy Lumba. Rather than the property remaining a private family home, he suggests converting it into a multi-purpose museum and cultural center that could generate revenue while preserving the musician’s legacy.
Okraku-Mantey’s concept goes beyond a simple museum. He envisions a facility featuring a museum to display memorabilia and chronicles of Daddy Lumba’s life, a conference center for corporate events and meetings, and even a mini-restaurant for visitors. The proposal aims to turn the residence into a sustainable source of income for the family while celebrating the musician’s contributions to Ghanaian music.
The former minister highlighted that the property’s prestige and historical significance could elevate it to a national landmark. Government officials and even presidents could potentially use the space to host international guests for a fee, further boosting its revenue potential.
Okraku-Mantey believes this plan offers the ideal balance of honoring Daddy Lumba’s impact on Ghanaian music and creating a lasting, income-generating institution that educates future generations about the legendary artist’s life and achievements.
