KODA’s funeral set for July, gospel music fraternity to bid farewell to a legend.

The arrangements for the burial and final funeral rites of late gospel singer KODA have been announced.

The family disclosed that the Nkwa Abodoo hitmaker will be laid to rest on Friday, July 5, with a funeral on the same day The funeral is expected to come off at the KICC’s church premises on Spintex Road in Accra.

Ghanaian gospel music legend KODA, born Kofi Owusu Dua Anto, will be laid to rest on July 5, 2024, marking the final farewell to a celebrated artist and devoted servant of God.

The family of the late gospel star KODA revealed the burial arrangements during the one-week memorial service in Takoradi on May 10. Following his burial, a funeral service will be held at the KICC church on Spintex Road in Accra to celebrate his life and legacy.

KODA’s death and G6PD issues

The acclaimed vocalist tragically passed on Sunday, April 21, 2024, sending shockwaves through the gospel music industry.

The late musician KODA had been battling Glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency (G6PD) and had previously shared a harrowing experience where he received incorrect medication at a hospital, leading to further health complications. Despite this, he had seemingly recovered.

KODA’s legacy in the gospel music industry is profound, not only as a talented singer but also as a skilled producer, leaving a lasting impact on the Ghanaian music landscape.

Video of pastor ‘prophesying’ KODA’s death stirs reactions among social media users Meanwhile, a video of a Ghanaian pastor prophesying about KODA’s death popped up online following the musician’s demise.

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The pastor implored his congregants to pray for KODA in the video since he had seen some evil spirits plotting his downfall. Netizens who thronged the comment section expressed varied opinions about the prophecy, with some criticising the pastor.