BY Grace Zigah
Madam Akosua Serwaa Fosuh, widow of legendary Ghanaian highlife musician Daddy Lumba, has expressed profound grief following the sudden death of her lawyer, William Kusi, describing him as more than a legal representative but a trusted adviser, confidant and dear friend who stood by her during some of the most difficult moments of her life.
In a press release issued on Saturday, November 7, 2026, in Berlin, Germany, on behalf of Akosua Serwaa and the families, the management announced that the Kumasi-based legal practitioner passed away on the morning of the same day.
His death, according to the statement, came as a devastating shock to Akosua Serwaa and the family, who said they had lost not only an experienced legal professional but also a man whose wisdom, integrity, compassion and commitment to justice had made a lasting impression on them.
Lawyer Kusi, a partner at Dominion Chambers in Kumasi, became widely known nationally for representing Akosua Serwaa in the legal proceedings and family-related disputes that followed the death of her husband, Daddy Lumba.
Throughout that difficult period, he was described by the family as a dependable legal adviser whose professional guidance and encouragement helped her navigate challenging circumstances.
The statement stressed that his contribution went beyond legal representation, saying he provided emotional support, reassurance and confidence at a time when she needed them most.
One of the most heartbreaking aspects of the family’s statement was Akosua Serwaa’s account of an unusual coincidence surrounding the day of his death.
She disclosed that she was travelling by train from Munich to Cologne in Germany, passing through Ingolstadt, without knowing that her trusted lawyer was also in the same city, where he was reportedly bidding his final farewell to the world.
The coincidence, she said, made the news of his sudden death even more painful and difficult to comprehend.
Recalling the experience, she said: “I was travelling by train from Munich to Cologne, passing through Ingolstadt.
Little did I know that my knowledgeable and trusted lawyer, William Kusi, was right there, saying his final goodbye to me and to the world.”
She added: “How mysterious and painful life can be. We truly begin to understand the meaning of death when its cold hands touch someone we dearly love.”
Akosua Serwaa further described Kusi as a man who consistently encouraged her to remain strong and never lose hope, particularly during the difficult legal and personal challenges she had faced.
“Lawyer William Kusi was not merely my lawyer. He was someone who encouraged me to remain strong and never lose hope. His wisdom, dedication, and confidence in the pursuit of justice gave me strength during very difficult moments,” she stated.
She continued: “I have lost a trusted lawyer, a dear friend, and a man whose kindness and commitment I will never forget.”
The statement also praised the late lawyer’s professional qualities, describing him as intellectually gifted, diligent, courageous and committed to upholding the principles of truth and justice.
According to the family, he approached his responsibilities with seriousness and demonstrated genuine concern for the welfare and interests of the people he represented.
His passing, they noted, would leave a significant void not only in the lives of his immediate family but also among his friends, professional colleagues, clients and others who benefited from his work.
On behalf of Akosua Serwaa, her family and the family of her late husband, the management extended condolences to Kusi’s wife, children, relatives, friends and professional colleagues, while praying for God’s strength and comfort for them during the difficult period.
The family also expressed appreciation for the late lawyer’s unwavering support, dedication and professional service, assuring that his contribution to Akosua Serwaa’s life would remain deeply cherished.
The statement concluded with an emotional farewell, saying his wisdom, encouragement, commitment to justice and good works would never be forgotten.
“Farewell, Lawyer William Kusi. Your dedication to justice, your wisdom, your encouragement, and your good works will never be forgotten. May your gentle soul rest in perfect peace in the bosom of the Almighty God.”
The tribute ended with the traditional expression of mourning: “Damirifa Due! Due Ne Amanehunu!”
