The New Patriotic Party (NPP) is mourning the death of one of its committed members, former Member of Parliament for Salaga South and first Savannah Regional Minister, Hon. Salifu Adams Braimah, popularly known as “Uncle Sally”.
Hon. Salifu Adams Braimah died at the age of 62 after a short illness in the early hours of Sunday, 12 April 2026, at the University of Ghana Medical Centre (UGMC) in Accra. The Savannah Regional Secretariat of the NPP announced the passing in an official statement, describing him as “a revered Gonjalander and Party stalwart” who served the party and the nation with distinction.
“On behalf of the Savannah Regional Party, the death of … Hon. Salifu Adams Braimah (Uncle Sally) is announced,” the statement signed by Regional Secretary Mohammed Issah stated. It noted that he was “a staunch patriot of the New Patriotic Party who duly served the party and the nation at large.” He was also remembered as a lovely grandfather and family man.
Hon. Salifu Adams Braimah represented Salaga South in the Seventh Parliament (2017–2021) and became the pioneer Minister for the newly created Savannah Region. His tenure reflected the NPP’s focus on effective decentralisation and bringing governance closer to the people in northern Ghana. He remained active in party affairs, working with non-governmental organisations and supporting development initiatives in the region.
In response to the loss, the Savannah NPP has suspended all party activities across the region. All party flags are to fly at half-mast as the party mourns “this gallant patriot”. Burial arrangements are underway, with the family set to lay him to rest in Kpembe in line with Islamic teachings. His mortal remains have already been airlifted to the area.
The NPP extends its deepest condolences to the bereaved family, the people of Salaga South, the Gonjaland community and all who knew this dedicated public servant. May his soul rest in perfect peace.
