Veteran politician and former Minister for Food and Agriculture, Ibrahim Adam, has reportedly died.
The former Member of Parliament for Choggu/Tishigu served under the Rawlings administration, first as Agriculture Secretary and later as Minister for Food and Agriculture.
An animal scientist by training, he represented the Choggu/Tishigu constituency from 1997 to 2001 and at one point chaired the board of the Agricultural Development Bank (ADB).
His death has been described as a big loss to politics and agriculture in the country.
What led to his death is yet to be made public.
Tributes have started coming in following news of his passing.
Sagnarigu MP, Issah Atta wrote, “I am deeply saddened by the passing of Hon. Ibrahim Adam. I offer my heartfelt condolences to his family, the people of Northern region, and the entire NDC. From near and afar I learned much from his wisdom, dedication, and service. May Allah forgive his shortcomings, grant him mercy, and receive him into Jannah. Ameen.”
