The funeral of late Ghanaian highlife legend, Dada Kwaku Duah, popularly known as Dada K.D., has been rescheduled.

Speaking on behalf of the family, musician Kaakyire Kwame Appiah, during an appearance on Despite Media's Peace FM during a visit by the family, announced that the final funeral rites have been postponed.

Initially slated for August 16, 2025, just eight days away, the family said, the state-assisted burial will now take place on Saturday, September 6, 2025, at the Forecourt of the State House in Accra.

According to the family, the burial and final thanksgiving service will follow on Sunday, September 7, at Agona Asamang in the Ashanti Region, the late musician’s hometown.

The postponement of the late musician's funeral is believed to be in response to the national mourning of the tragic passing of the eight heroes who fell in the Adansi helicopter crash on August 6, while on a national assignment.

Following the three-day state mourning that the president declared for the mourning of the late victims of the crash, the president, John Dramani Mahama, also announced that a state burial would be held for all the victims on August 15, just a day before Dada K.D's funeral, right was initially scheduled for.

Dada K.D. passed away on May 17, 2025, after a brief illness, leaving behind a rich musical legacy.

Dada KD's untimely death comes just days before his scheduled trip to the UK to perform at the 'Celebrating Hiplife & Highlife Legends' event on May 25, at the Dominion Centre in London.

Circumstances leading to his death are yet to be made public; however, his close friend, Accra FM’s mid-morning show host Nana Romeo, mentioned that a day before his passing, he had accompanied Dada KD to the UK embassy to start his visa process, after which the legend was very excited.

However, on the morning of May 16, the day set for the finalisation, of his UK visa process, Dada KD's manager walked in on him, and he was struggling to speak.

He was quickly rushed to Gbawe Government Hospital, but after a few hours under medical care, doctors pronounced him dead.

His death has come as a huge blow to Ghanaians and many others beyond the region.

On social media, fans and fellow musicians have begun pouring in tributes. Gospel singer Empress Gifty posted, “Dada KD,” in a heartfelt tribute.

Meanwhile, Dada K.D's one week observation was planned by his family and Musicians Union of Ghana (MUSIGA)

In late May, the family met with MUSIGA to finalize preparations for a befitting one-week celebration in his honour.

The memorial event took place on June 21 at the East Legon Executive Club.

Nana Kaakyire Kwame Appiah, former Vice President of MUSIGA, who led the delegation, has noted that all the necessary preparations needed for the event are going well at the time.

He expressed heartfelt gratitude to MUSIGA for their unwavering support during this difficult time.

"We are grateful to MUSIGA for their unwavering support during this difficult time. Their commitment to honouring Dada K.D’s legacy means a lot to us", he said, urging the public to respect the family while they mourn the death of their brother and relative.

"As we mourn, we urge the public to refrain from sensationalising the circumstances surrounding his passing. Let’s ensure he receives a dignified and befitting burial."

MUSIGA President Bessa Simons reflected on his personal relationship with Dada K.D, which began in the early 2000s after they met in Germany. “Dada K.D was a fine gentleman—affable, humble, and immensely talented.

Dada KD's funeral isn't the only one that is set to hold at the state house in the next few days and months.

Highlife legend , Daddy Lumba's funeral is also reported to be held at the forecourt of the statehouse. His manager expressed optimism in that regard. The news came as a shock to Ghanaians and even the international community, given the legend’s influence over the years.

The news of Daddy Lumba's passing hit the world in the early hours of Saturday. Initially, when news of his passing emerged, a journalist of Hitz FM, Andy Dosty, came to deny it, noting that Daddy Lumba was alive. However, barely three hours later, Daddy Lumba (DL) FM released an official statement signed by the legend’s lawyer, confirming his demise.

A statement by the counsel for the Fosu family confirmed that the music veteran passed on July 26, after a short illness.

He succumbed to the illness at the Bank Hospital in Accra, per reports.

The statement reads: "With profound sorrow and deep grief, the Fosu family announces the passing of Ghana's beloved musical icon, Charles Kwadwo Fosu, popularly known as Daddy Lumba, who passed away earlier today, Saturday, July 26, 2025, after a short illness."

"Daddy Lumba was more than a musician; he was a cultural icon whose music touched countless lives. His soulful voice provided the soundtrack to our love stories, and his poignant lyrics captured the poetry of our struggles, dreams, and resilience."

The bereaved family has respectfully requested privacy as they navigate this profound grief. Details of funeral arrangements will be shared in the coming days.

Also the eight fallen gallants who died in the crash's memorial service will also be held there.

On Friday, 15th August, an inter-denominational state funeral will be held for the eight individuals who lost their lives.

Books of condolence will be opened simultaneously at the Ministry of Defence, the Ministry of Environment, Science and Technology, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Ghana Armed Forces Headquarters, the National Democratic Congress headquarters, and the head office of NADMO, from Sunday, 10th August to Thursday, 14th August 2025.

President John Mahama has assured the bereaved families and the nation that the Ghana Armed Forces has initiated a full and transparent investigation into the circumstances of this crash.

He made this known after acknowledging that “as we mourn, questions about the cause of this tragedy are natural and important.”

An Investigative Board of Inquiry has been set up to investigate the cause of the crash, the president revealed. The president further informed Ghanaians that “the flight data and cockpit voice recorders have been retrieved.”

The president has called on all and sundry to stand united in this difficult time.

“This is not a time for division, speculation, or political point-scoring. It is a time for strength, for empathy, and for the enduring Ghanaian spirit that still stands tall when all else fails. Let our words be of comfort, our actions be of kindness, and our unity be the tribute we offer to those whose lives have been lost.

The helicopter crash claimed the lives of eight individuals, including Environment Minister Dr. Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed, and is being described by the government as a national tragedy.

Other victims included Acting Deputy National Security Coordinator Alhaji Limuna Muniru Mohammed, NDC Vice Chairman Dr. Samuel Sarpong, former Obuasi East parliamentary candidate Samuel Aboagye, Squadron Leader Peter Bafemi Anala, Flying Officer Manaen Twum Ampadu, and Sergeant Ernest Addo Mensah.

The Minister, MP and the other six, including the pilots serving in the Ghana Armed Forces (GAF), were en route for a state assignment. In the early hours of Wednesday, the GAF announced that the helicopter carrying the deceased had gone off their radar.

Hours later, reports of a crash were announced until the Chief of Staff, Julius Debrah officially confirmed their demise in a press conference at the Jubilee House in the afternoon.

Chief of Staff Julius Debrah directed that all flags are to fly at half-mast until further notice as the country mourns the death of the 8 individuals following the crash at Adansi Akrofrom in the Ashanti Region on Wednesday, August 6.

He revealed the identities of the deceased individuals after the Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) earlier reported that its airforce helicopter Z9, which took off this morning at 0912 hrs from Accra and headed for Obuasi, was off the radar.

The Ghana Armed Forces has informed the general public that it has commenced investigations into the unfortunate incident.

President Mahama, who is said to be deeply shaken by the news, expressed his profound sorrow and pledged that the state would honour the memory and service of the departed. "This is not just a loss to the families, but a loss to the nation," the President said in a brief remark shared through his communications team.

Following the death of these statemen, several tributes have poured in, some from the general public, members of the Minority and even beyond Ghana.