US EditionHighlife legend Dada KD passes away
- Highlife musician Dada KD, known as Nana Kwaku Duah, passed away on the evening of Friday, May 16, 2025, after being rushed to Gbawe SDA Hospital in Ghana.
- Dada KD's death followed a sudden illness on the same day, but his family has not officially disclosed the cause of death despite confirming his passing.
- He was a celebrated Ghanaian highlife artist famous for hit songs like 'Odo Mu Anigye' and 'Somu Gye,' and was scheduled to perform at a London concert on May 25, 2025.
- Dada KD was honored as the Best Male Vocal Artist during the 2004 edition of the Ghana Music Awards held in the UK, and his manager, King Pee, officially announced the artist’s passing.
- His death has deeply affected his family, fans, and Ghana's music industry, which continues to mourn the loss of a significant cultural figure.
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Ghanaian highlife star Dada KD is dead
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Dada KD wasn't broke, he was doing well - Manager - Ghana Weekend
King Pee, the manager of late Ghanaian Highlife legend Dada Kwaku Duah, popularly known as Dada KD has confirmed the singer’s passing and strongly refuted rumours suggesting the musician died broke or under controversial circumstances. Speaking exclusively to Ghana Weekend on Saturday, May 17, 2025, Dada KD’s manager, King Pee, disclosed that the singer fell suddenly ill on Friday, May 16, becoming inactive and unresponsive. His househelp alerte…
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Ghanaian Highlife Icon Dada KD Passes Away at 56
News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://newsghana.com.gh/ghanaian-highlife-icon-dada-kd-passes-away-at-56/Ghanaian Highlife musician Nana Kwaku Duah, widely known as Dada KD, has died at the age of 56. The cause of death remains unconfirmed. News of his passing prompted an outpouring of tributes on social media. Gospel singer Empress Gifty shared a succinct farewell, writing, “Dada KD,” while media personality …
Highlife Legend Dada KD Dies After He Was Found Struggling To Speak
Ghanaian highlife icon, Dada KD has passed away following a sudden medical emergency that left him struggling to speak. The celebrated musician reportedly died at the Gbawe Government Hospital in Accra on Friday, May 16. According to close sources, Dada KD appeared in good health recently, with no signs of illness. However, tragedy struck early Friday when his manager discovered him at home in distress and unable to speak. He was immediately rus…
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