The Fosu Royal Family of Parkoso and Nsuta, custodians of the late music legend Charles Kwadwo Fosuh, popularly known as Daddy Lumba, has cautioned all parties to desist from making claims or taking possession of his properties until the family has officially concluded discussions on the fair distribution of his estate.
In a strongly worded statement issued through their solicitors, the family emphasized that “all his properties form part of his estate which the family, together with the children and their mothers, shall work together to ensure fair distribution to all who are entitled to benefit.”
The family, through its lawyers, further advised that no individual has the right to unilaterally access, sell, or occupy any of the late musician’s assets until the estate has been legally administered.
The family also revealed that Daddy Lumba left behind specific instructions regarding how he wished his funeral and burial to be conducted, as well as guidelines for the management of his estate.
They therefore urged all concerned parties, including Akosua Serwah, to cooperate with the family to ensure a peaceful and dignified farewell for the music legend.
“To avoid any unproductive litigation among the family and children that may result in shame for the dead, the Fosu family is open to peaceful discussions… but until then, let all persons stay away from the properties,” the statement concluded.
The caution follows letters and claims reportedly made by the late musician’s estranged wife, Akosua Serwah Fosuh, who is based in Germany.
The Fosu family alleges that Akosua Serwah deserted the award-winning highlife icon more than a decade ago when he fell ill and has since had no role in his care or affairs.
The family’s statement added that Akosua Serwah had traditionally presented drinks to signify the dissolution of her marriage to the late musician, a custom that marks the end of a union in Akan tradition.
According to the family, the late musician’s partner, Priscilla Ofori, popularly known as Odo Broni, lived with him through his difficult years and is recognized by the royal family as his legitimate wife.
“It is our clear instruction to state that Odo Broni is a recognized wife of the late Daddy Lumba and same is recognized by the Fosu Royal Family,” the statement read.
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