Kenya’s Cabinet Secretary for Environment, Climate Change and Forestry, Dr. Deborah Mlongo Barasa, has joined the global environmental community in mourning the sudden death of Ghana’s Minister for Environment, Hon. Alhaji Dr. Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed, who perished in a tragic plane crash that claimed eight lives.
A Voice for Environmental Justice Silenced
In a condolence message shared through her official social media handles, Dr. Barasa described Dr. Mohammed as “a committed environmental leader, a passionate advocate for climate action and environmental justice.” She added that his passing is “not only a great tragedy for Ghana but for the entire global environmental community.”
Regional Solidarity in Grief
Dr. Barasa extended heartfelt condolences on behalf of the Ministry of Environment, Climate Change and Forestry to the late minister’s family, the government of Ghana, and all those who had the privilege of working alongside him.
“His loss is not only a great tragedy for Ghana but for the entire global environmental community,” the statement read.
A Loss Felt Across the Continent
The late Dr. Murtala Mohammed was a prominent figure in Pan-African environmental diplomacy, known for his leadership on climate justice and community-centered conservation. His death marks a significant blow to ongoing efforts in the fight against climate change across the continent.
As tributes continue to pour in, the tragedy serves as a stark reminder of the personal sacrifices made by those on the frontline of environmental protection and climate advocacy.
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