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0 The late Ghanaian highlife musician, Nana Kwaku Duah, widely known as Dada KD, will be laid to rest on Saturday, 16th August 2025, with a state-assisted burial at the forecourt of the State House in Accra.
The announcement was made by his family during his one-week observance held at the East Legon Executive Club in Accra.
The burial, expected to draw dignitaries, fans and music industry players, reflects the national recognition of Dada KD’s contribution to Ghanaian music over the past three decades. Following the ceremony in Accra, the musician will be interred in his hometown, Agona Asaaman, located in the Central Region. A thanksgiving service will also be held there on Sunday, 17th August, 2025.
The family has asked all mourners to wear black and white attire in honour of his memory and to reflect the duality of grief and celebration.
Born in 1970, Dada KD rose to prominence in the 1990s with his rich vocals, poignant lyrics, and mastery of traditional highlife rhythms. He became a household name with a string of popular songs such as Ene Menye, Wosuro A Wondi, Tekyere Ma, and Honey Love. His music often dealt with themes of love, loss, betrayal and introspection, earning him admiration for both lyrical depth and emotional honesty.
Dada KD was also known for his spiritual and philosophical musings. In a widely-discussed interview in 2020, he remarked that he would soon join his late contemporaries, Kofi B and Bishop Bernard Nyarko, in eternity, a comment that has been revisited by fans in light of his passing.
Before his death on 17th May 2025, following a brief illness, he was scheduled to perform in London on 25th May alongside other legends such as Obrafour, Slim Buster and Kojo Blakk. His unexpected death at age 54 came as a shock to the entertainment community.
Dada KD leaves behind a legacy that transcends generations, with fans and musicians alike praising his authenticity, lyrical prowess and cultural impact.
