Joy Daddy CEO Refuses to Mourn Daddy Lumba Over Debt

Manfred Takyi, Chief Executive Officer of Joy Industries, has sparked widespread controversy on social media following his refusal to mourn the late highlife legend, Charles Kwadwo Fosu, popularly known as Daddy Lumba.

In a candid Facebook post dated Monday, 28 July 2025, Mr Takyi addressed growing calls from the public urging him to pay tribute to the late musician. However, the business mogul firmly dismissed such appeals, stating he had no intention of mourning someone who, in his view, had wronged him both financially and personally.

“People should stop disturbing me to mourn someone who took my money and car and never delivered,” Mr Takyi wrote, igniting intense debate online.

According to the Joy Industries CEO, Daddy Lumba failed to honour a business agreement that involved an endorsement deal. He claimed that as part of the deal, the late musician received both cash and a Toyota Tundra vehicle but never fulfilled his obligations.

“He owes me money and a Tundra. I see no reason to pretend now that he’s gone,” Mr Takyi added in the strongly-worded post.

While some social media users criticised the timing and tone of his comments, others defended his right to express unresolved grievances, arguing that the truth must be told regardless of public sentiment surrounding the late star.

Daddy Lumba, whose death sent shockwaves through Ghana’s entertainment industry, was widely celebrated for his musical legacy and influence across generations. Tributes have poured in from political leaders, industry peers, and fans alike.

Mr Takyi’s post, however, has disrupted the national mourning mood and sparked a broader conversation on business ethics, personal debts, and public accountability.

As the debate rages online, Joy Industries has yet to issue an official statement beyond Mr Takyi’s post.