Akosua Serwaa, the widow of celebrated Highlife legend Daddy Lumba, has spoken publicly for the first time since returning to Ghana from Germany, marking an emotional moment nearly a month after the iconic musician’s burial.
She arrived at the Kotoka International Airport on 9 January 2026, where she was met with an overwhelming and unexpected show of love from supporters, sympathisers, and public figures. Among those present to welcome her were notable media personalities Ohemaa Woyeje and Sally Mann, Evangelist Papa Shee, businessman Kennedy Agyapong, popularly known as Kenpong, as well as relatives of the late musician.
In a statement released on 10 January 2026, Akosua Serwaa admitted that the reception at the airport took her completely by surprise. According to her, she initially believed the large gathering was there to welcome an important national figure.
“After landing safely at Kotoka International Airport, my first thought was to give thanks to God for His protection,” she said. “As I moved through the arrival hall and noticed a large crowd ahead, I wondered quietly if a prominent national figure had arrived on the same flight.”
She explained that it was only when she got closer that she realised the crowd was there for her.
“It was then I realised the gathering was not for a leader of the nation, but for me – their sister, mother, and daughter, the widow of Daddy Lumba,” she added.
Akosua Serwaa used the opportunity to express heartfelt appreciation to the many people who stood by her during what she described as one of the most painful periods of her life. She paid special tribute to Team Legal Wives, a group that publicly supported her amid disputes surrounding her late husband’s funeral and traditional widowhood rites.
“I offer my sincere and deepest gratitude to Team Legal Wives for your consistent and selfless support,” she said. “Your prayers, encouragement, advocacy, and love carried me through moments words cannot adequately describe.”
She further noted that the unity shown by the group represented a broader struggle for truth, fairness, and justice, adding that their actions gave her renewed strength during a difficult chapter.
Akosua Serwaa’s return to Ghana comes weeks after Daddy Lumba was laid to rest at Heroes Park in Kumasi on 13 December 2025. She, along with a section of the family, was absent from the burial ceremony due to unresolved disagreements related to funeral arrangements and traditional customs.
Daddy Lumba, one of Ghana’s most influential Highlife musicians, left an indelible mark on the country’s music industry, and his passing triggered nationwide mourning. His widow’s return and public statement have since reignited conversations around unity, respect, and compassion in times of grief.
As Akosua Serwaa continues to navigate life after the loss of her husband, the outpouring of support at the airport has served as a powerful reminder of Daddy Lumba’s enduring legacy and the deep affection Ghanaians still hold for his family.
