Ghana has been plunged into mourning following the death of former Savannah Regional Minister and former Member of Parliament for Salaga South, Salifu Adam Braimah, who passed away after a brief illness, marking the end of a political career remembered for its regional influence and parliamentary service.
The former legislator, widely known in personal and community circles by the affectionate nickname “Uncle Sally,” is reported to have died at the University of Ghana Hospital after a short period of illness. His passing, according to family accounts, was sudden and has left relatives, associates, and constituents in deep shock.
In a solemn statement shared with Citi News on Sunday, April 11, the family confirmed the news, describing him not only as a public servant but also as a cherished brother and uncle whose presence extended beyond politics into deeply personal family and community bonds. The announcement conveyed profound grief while also outlining immediate cultural and religious arrangements being undertaken in accordance with tradition.
The statement indicated that preparations were underway to transport his remains to Salaga for burial, reflecting his enduring connection to the constituency he once represented and the community that shaped much of his public life. The family also offered prayers for his eternal rest, expressing hope that he would be granted divine mercy and admission into paradise according to Islamic belief.
Salifu Adam Braimah served as a Member of Parliament in the Seventh Parliament of the Fourth Republic, representing the Salaga South Constituency under the banner of the New Patriotic Party. During his tenure, he was involved in legislative duties and regional development discussions, particularly focused on issues affecting communities within the Northern corridor of Ghana.
His political journey also included service as Savannah Regional Minister, a role in which he contributed to the administrative oversight and coordination of governance in one of Ghana’s newer and strategically significant regions. His work in that capacity placed him at the intersection of local governance and national development planning at a time when the Savannah Region was undergoing structural and institutional consolidation.
News of his passing has prompted an outpouring of condolences from political associates, constituents, and members of the wider public, many of whom recall his engagement with community affairs and his presence in regional political discourse. His death adds to a growing list of recent losses within Ghana’s political class, a reminder of the personal toll behind public service.
As arrangements for his final rites progress, further details are expected to be released by the family in the coming days. For now, Salaga South and the Savannah Region at large are left reflecting on the legacy of a figure whose life bridged local representation and national governance, and whose sudden departure has created a profound void within both political and family circles.
