Hon. Hajia Zuwera Mohammed Ibrahimah, the current Member of Parliament for Salaga-South, pays tribute to the late Hon. Salifu Adam Braimah, known affectionately to many as Uncle Sally.
The former Member of Parliament and Minister for the Savannah Region passed away on Sunday, April 12, 2026, at the University of Ghana Medical Centre after a brief illness. His passing has left a deep void in the hearts of those who knew and loved him.
In a heartfelt statement, Hon. Ibrahimah expressed her condolences and acknowledged the immense contributions of Uncle Sally to Salaga-South and the wider Ghanaian community. “Inna lillahi wa inna ilayhi raji’un,” she began, invoking the Quranic prayer, as she joined the people of Salaga-South, the entire nation, and the Kpembe Traditional Area in mourning his loss.
Hon. Salifu Adam Braimah, a respected figure in Salaga-South, served as the Member of Parliament for the constituency during the Seventh Parliament of the Fourth Republic. His dedication to the people of Salaga-South began with a hard-fought victory in the 2016 elections, where he secured the seat for the New Patriotic Party (NPP) in one of the most keenly contested electoral battles in the region’s history.
As the founding Minister for the Savannah Region, Hon. Braimah was instrumental in shaping the region’s future. Appointed by President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, he worked tirelessly to lay a strong foundation for the development and identity of the newly created region. His leadership was marked by a commitment to progress and the welfare of his people, making a lasting impact on the Savannah Region’s growth.
“I remain humbled to have emerged victorious on both occasions,” she said. “But even as I carry this responsibility with a deep sense of duty, I hold in deep respect a man who loved this constituency and served it faithfully.”
Beyond his political offices, Hon. Salifu Adam Braimah was known for his genuine connection with the people. He was warm, approachable, and deeply invested in the well-being of the communities he served. His loss is felt not only by his family but also by the countless individuals whose lives he touched through his public service.
“In his passing, the people of Salaga-South have lost a devoted son, one who gave much of himself to the land he loved. His heart was with us all,” Hon. Ibrahimah remarked.
Hon. Ibrahimah extended her deepest condolences to the family of the late Hon. Braimah, the Kpembe Traditional Area, and all those who mourn his loss. “May they find comfort in his legacy and in the knowledge that his contributions will continue to impact the region and its people for years to come.”
