Arnold Asamoah Baidoo slams Papa Shee over Daddy Lumba’s funeral date confusion

Arnold Asamoah Baidoo and Evang. Papa Shee

Entertainment analyst Arnold Asamoah Baidoo is not happy with Papa Shee over the controversy surrounding the funeral date of the late highlife legend, Daddy Lumba.

Speaking on UTV’s United Showbiz, Arnold expressed frustration with the needless confusion created by Papa Shee, who publicly announced a different date from what had been agreed upon by traditional authorities and the family.

According to Arnold, the Manhyia Palace and traditional leaders had settled on December 13 as the official funeral date, following a formal meeting with family members. He stressed that such decisions are made carefully with cultural considerations, and once Manhyia endorses a date, it becomes binding.

Arnold criticized Papa Shee for announcing March 14 as the funeral date, saying it makes "absolutely no sense" and exposes Manhyia traditional rulers to public criticisms. He argued that Papa Shee's action was disrespectful and destabilizing, especially considering Ashanti tradition.

"If you disagree, you go back and talk to them. You don’t come out and create a whole new date. What kind of nonsense is that?" Arnold questioned, urging parties to respect traditional protocol and avoid divisive actions.

The Manhyia Palace still maintains December 13 as the funeral date.