- Ghanaian rapper Sarkodie has shared a deeply personal account of how he learned about the death of highlife legend Daddy Lumba.
- During a live Instagram session, Sarkodie revealed he was driving when he received the call and had to pull over in shock.
- He later received a confirmation call from Lumba’s wife, Odo Broni.
- Sarkodie described Lumba as a mentor and father figure who offered him guidance and support throughout his career.
Sarkodie didn’t just lose a musical icon — he lost a mentor, a father figure, and someone who shaped his journey.
In a heartfelt Instagram live session later shared on X, the rapper recounted the moment he received the devastating news of Daddy Lumba’s death. He was behind the wheel when the call came through, and the shock was so intense he had to pull over. The voice on the other end wasn’t just anyone — it was someone close enough to make the news impossible to doubt.
Still reeling, Sarkodie said he tried calling Lumba’s phone. It rang, but no one picked up. Then came the eerie moment the next morning when Lumba’s number flashed on his screen. It wasn’t the legend calling — it was his wife, Odo Broni, confirming the heartbreaking truth.
For Sarkodie, Daddy Lumba wasn’t just a musical idol. He was a guiding light — someone who invited him into his home, shared wisdom about the industry, and offered the kind of mentorship that few artists ever receive. Sarkodie described their bond as deeply personal, rooted in mutual respect and admiration.
The news of Lumba’s passing has left a void in Ghana’s music scene, and Sarkodie’s tribute is a reminder of the impact one artist can have on generations that follow. As fans continue to mourn, Sarkodie’s words echo the sentiment of many: this loss is personal.
