The manager of Ghanaian highlife icon Dada Kweku Duah, affectionately known as Dada KD, has opened up on heartbreaking circumstances that led to his death.
In an interview on Adom FM morning news, Clarence Kenneth Ekow Peterson, known in showbiz circles as King Pee, revealed that Dada KD was turned away by three hospitals due to the absence of doctors.
Although King Pee did not mention these hospitals, he noted that Dada KD was eventually admitted to a facility in Gbawe.
Unfortunately, he was pronounced dead shortly after a doctor attended to him upon arrival.
The veteran musician, best known for timeless hits like Fatia Fata Nkrumah, is said to have died around 4:00 PM on Friday, May 16, 2025, while on oxygen support.
He was 56.
Asked whether the late musician suffered any sickness, King Pee noted that he complained of mild malaria symptoms earlier in the day but remained relatively stable.
His condition, however, worsened unexpectedly, prompting an urgent rush to nearby hospitals.
“We did everything we could. He was strong in the morning, but things changed so quickly. Sadly, he couldn’t survive,” King Pee told Baffour Owiredu Amoh.
The exact cause of death is yet to be officially confirmed by medical authorities.
Dada KD’s illustrious career spans decades, marked by rich vocals, soulful melodies, and poignant lyrics that resonated deeply with Ghanaians across generations.
His passing leaves a void in the highlife fraternity and the hearts of music lovers worldwide.
Tributes have already begun pouring in from across the creative industry, with fans and fellow musicians expressing shock and grief over the sudden loss.