The Fosu Royal Family of Parkoso and Nsuta has publicly responded to allegations made by Akosua Serwah Fosuh, the estranged wife of Ghanaian music legend Charles Kwadwo Fosuh, popularly known as Daddy Lumba.

In a statement released through their solicitors, the family addressed letters sent by Akosua Serwah on September 1 and 10, 2025, which raised issues concerning the late musician’s estate, funeral arrangements, and marital status.

According to the Daddy Lumba family, Akosua Serwah abandoned the musician about 15 years ago during his period of illness, refusing to relocate with him to Ghana for medical care. The family stated that she “deserted him in his most difficult time of need.”

They further revealed that in February 2018, Akosua Serwah wrote to Daddy Lumba expressing her intention to file for divorce, leveling allegations that the highlife legend firmly denied. His lawyers at the time reportedly challenged her to proceed with the divorce, as he had “already moved on with his life.”

The Fosu Royal Family emphasized that Akosua Serwah had earlier presented traditional drinks to signify the customary dissolution of her marriage — an act accepted by the family. “By Akan tradition and the customs of the Fosu Royal Family, the presentation and acceptance of such drinks effectively dissolve a marriage,” the statement noted. “Once a person passes, their family assumes full responsibility for the body and funeral arrangements.”

The family stressed that Akosua Serwah “has no right to determine how the Fosu Royal Family buries their dead.” They added that if her name appears in any funeral brochure, it would be “a favour from the family because of the children she had with him.”

The Daddy Lumba family also recognized one Priscilla Ofori, popularly known as Odo Broni, as the partner who lived with the musician for over 15 years until his passing. She was described as “the woman who stood by him through thick and thin” and bore six children with him.

The family’s solicitors, who represented Daddy Lumba before his passing, confirmed that they hold written instructions from the musician detailing how he wanted his funeral and estate handled.

Concluding their statement, the Fosu Royal Family called on all parties — including Akosua Serwah — to cooperate peacefully to ensure a dignified burial for the celebrated highlife musician. “To avoid unnecessary litigation that may bring shame to the memory of the dead, the family remains open to peaceful discussions with all concerned,” the statement concluded.