Popular Ghanaian highlife musician Nana Kwaku Duah, popularly known as Dada KD, has passed away.

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.

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Dada KD’s most memorable songs include Fatia Fata Nkrumah, Tekyere Ma, Ene Menye, Wosuro a Wondi, and Honey Love. His legacy as a Highlife icon continues to inspire generations.