Musician Mista Voltage Mourns Death of His Father, Retired DCOP Kwaku Ayesu Opare-Addo

Ghanaian musician Kwadwo Opare-Addo, popularly known by his stage name Mista Voltage, has announced the passing of his father, DCOP (Rtd) Kwaku Ayesu Opare-Addo Esq. The retired senior police officer and legal professional reportedly died at the age of 74. The news has resonated across both the entertainment industry and the security services, where the elder Opare-Addo was a well-respected figure for his years of dedicated service to the nation.

Throughout his career, the late Kwaku Ayesu Opare-Addo maintained a distinguished profile, serving as a Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCOP) before his retirement from the Ghana Police Service. In addition to his high-ranking role in law enforcement, he was also a qualified legal practitioner, a dual background that earned him significant professional respect. His legacy as a disciplinarian and a scholar is seen as a foundational influence on his son’s career in the creative arts, where Mista Voltage has established himself as a notable performer.

Following the announcement, the music community has begun to offer support to Mista Voltage during this period of bereavement. While specific details regarding the cause of death and final funeral arrangements have not yet been made public, the loss marks a somber moment for the Opare-Addo family. Fans and colleagues of the musician continue to express their condolences, acknowledging the profound impact of losing such a prominent patriarch who balanced a life of public service with his role as a father.