Legendary Ghanaian traditional singer, Naa Amanua Dodoo, widely known as Naa Amanua of the iconic Wulomei band, has been laid to rest.
She was buried in a microphone-shaped coffin.
The solemn ceremony which drew mourners from far and near took place on Saturday, March 29, 2025.
Her mortal remains were laid in state for viewing and filing past at the forecourt of the State House where family, friends, and fans gathered to pay their final respects to the iconic musician.
The sombre occasion was filled with tributes, as people from all walks of life gathered to honour a woman whose life was intricately woven into the fabric of Ghanaian music.
In attendance were traditional authorities, players in the creative artistes industry, members of the Musician Union of Ghana (MUSIGA) , Deputy Chief of Staff, Nana Oye Bampoe, La Dadekotopon MP, Rita Naa Odoley Sowah among others.
Following the burial on March 29, a thanksgiving service will be held on Sunday, March 30, at the Believers Sanctuary International, Jehovah Nissi Church at La.
Naa Amanua passed away on December 17, 2024, at the University of Ghana Medical Centre in Legon, leaving behind a legacy that resonated deeply within Ghana’s vibrant music scene.
She hailed from a family steeped in musical heritage with her father as a talented guitarist, and her mother a prolific dancer and singer.
This rich musical background played a pivotal role in shaping her passion for music from a very young age.
Growing up in an environment where rhythm, melody, and performance were a natural part of life, she nurtured a love for music that would go on to define her career.
Throughout her life, Naa Amanua was not just a performer but a symbol of Ghana’s cultural heritage.
As the lead singer of Wulomei, she helped bring traditional folk percussion music into the spotlight, ensuring its place in both the hearts of Ghanaians and the broader global audience.
Her unique voice and stage presence made her a standout figure in the music scene.
A host of Ga songs she featured on include , “Mebe shi Dinn” , “Takoradi” , “Akosua Serwa” , “Kpeshi wei” , “Woo we loo , “Medofo Taylar” , “Kaafo Ni moko kwe odaa” , “Sisa he le” , “Awo Deme” among others.
Her contributions were recognized in 2018 when she was honored with the Vodafone Ghana Music Awards’ Lifetime Achievement Award, 1st Lady’s Excellence Awards, International Women’s Day 2019; Arts and Culture category ; by her Excellency Mrs . Rebecca Akufo – Addo among others , a fitting tribute to a career that spanned decades and left an indelible mark on the nation’s .
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