Philip Kwabena Agyeman Appiah-Kubi, professionally known as Roman Fada, has publicly dismissed claims that he circulated unauthorized invitations to the upcoming funeral of late Highlife legend Daddy Lumba.
Speaking in an interview with Kofi Adoma Nwanwani, the media personality and longtime manager of the late musician described the allegations made by Mrs. Akosua Serwah Fosuh (Lumba’s first wife) and Ms. Ernestina Brempomaa Fosuh (his sister) as “false and laughable.”
Defense Against Unauthorized Activity
Roman Fada stated that his recent visit to Kumasi was misinterpreted. He explained that he was simply visiting Prophet Opambour to discuss preparations for the one-year anniversary of Akua Donkor, a separate matter entirely.
“Opambour has been like a father to me since my early days at Radio Mercury, so I always pass by when I’m in Kumasi. After our conversation, he asked about Daddy Lumba’s funeral, and I simply told him the family mentioned December 6—that was all,” he clarified.
He added that his visit had no connection to funeral arrangements, noting that Prophet Opambour even said he would only attend the funeral “if God permits.”
“Now people are claiming I’ve been distributing funeral invitations—that’s not true. Anyone who says I gave them one should come forward,” Roman Fada insisted.
He emphasized his respect for Asante tradition, stating he would never act outside the authority of the family or funeral committee, especially since the matter is still before the traditional council and the court. “Not even the abusuapanyin or the committee has printed invitations, so how could I be sharing any?”
Addressing Fallout Rumors
Roman Fada also took the opportunity to address circulating claims that he had fallen out with Daddy Lumba before his death, describing the rumors as false and stressing their relationship was built on “real love and mutual trust.”
“He treated me like a son, and I respected him deeply. The rumors about us are false,” he said.
He supported his claim by recounting moments of professional trust, including receiving the official invitation for a program from President Mahama and discussing a contract that Wayoosi had brought before Lumba’s passing.
The Family’s Counter-Claim
Roman Fada’s response follows a press statement released by the Fosuh family on November 6, 2025, which accused him of distributing unauthorized materials and interfering in private family discussions. Crucially, the family statement asserted that the position Roman Fada continues to claim—as Daddy Lumba’s “manager”—was officially terminated by Daddy Lumba himself before his passing, a fact they claim he is fully aware of.
The family has cautioned the public to only trust official communications from them or the designated funeral committee.
Source: Africa Publicity
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