Iona Reine Confirms End of Marriage as Priscilla Ofori Honors Late Daddy Lumba’s Legacy

Ghana’s entertainment landscape has seen a mix of personal transitions and heartfelt tributes this week, headlined by singer Iona Reine’s public confirmation of her divorce and a significant charitable act by the widow of late Highlife icon Daddy Lumba. Speaking on Okay FM, Iona Reine revealed the end of her two-year marriage to Pastor Nana Kwame Okrah, while Priscilla Ofori marked what would have been Daddy Lumba’s 62nd birthday by supporting patients at the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital. These stories reflect the evolving personal journeys of the nation’s public figures and the enduring impact of those who have passed.

Singer Iona Reine, who wed Pastor Okrah in January 2024, told host Nana Romeo that she is ready to embrace love again, despite the dissolution of her marriage. In a candid interview, she expressed a defiant stance toward finding a partner, stating she would be willing to marry "even 10 times" to find the right fit. While she declined to specify the causes of the split, citing privacy, she continues to wear her wedding ring as a strategic deterrent against unwanted advances. Her admission underscores the pressures faced by public figures in navigating private relationships under the spotlight.

In a separate act of remembrance, Priscilla Ofori, known as Odo Broni, channeled the memory of her late husband, Daddy Lumba, into a philanthropic mission. Following the legend’s passing on July 26, 2025, Ofori and a group of supporters visited the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital to settle the medical bills of new mothers and children receiving cancer treatment. Each mother received GH¢3,000 in assistance, a gesture rooted in Daddy Lumba’s personal history; the singer had been deeply affected by the loss of his mother to leukaemia. Ofori noted that the charity work was a direct way to honor the legacy of the man who remained a cornerstone of Highlife music until his death at age 60.

These contrasting developments offer a glimpse into the complexities of life within the creative arts industry. While Iona Reine looks toward a future of personal rediscovery and new beginnings, the family of Daddy Lumba continues to preserve a legacy of compassion that defined the Highlife star’s life. Together, these events remind the Ghanaian public of the resilience of the human spirit, whether it is found in the courage to walk away from a marriage or the dedication to honoring a loved one’s memory through service to the community.