The remains of two prominent Muslim leaders — Minister of Environment, Science and Technology, Dr Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed, and Acting Deputy National Security Coordinator, Alhaji Muniru Limuna Mohammed — were laid to rest at the Military Cemetery in La, Accra, on Sunday, August 10, 2025.
Their burial followed a solemn state ceremony at the forecourt of the State House, attended by President John Dramani Mahama, Vice President Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, political leaders, chiefs, family members, and mourners from across the country.
The two were among eight Ghanaians who died in the Ghana Air Force helicopter crash in the Ashanti Region on August 6, 2025.
Before the interment, the National Chief Imam, Sheikh Osman Nuhu Sharubutu, led the janaaza prayer — a brief but profound Islamic funeral rite — seeking Allah’s mercy and forgiveness for the departed.
Clerics confirmed there were no unresolved debts, with businessman Ibrahim Mahama offering to settle any if needed.
Military pallbearers in ceremonial attire escorted the caskets, while hundreds of Muslims and well-wishers formed a long procession from the State House to the cemetery.
During the graveside service, the Principal Imam of the Ghana Police Mosque, Superintendent Imam Hussein, and other clerics urged the living to lead righteous lives, noting that those who die in tragic circumstances are considered martyrs in Islam.
They paid tribute to the two as devout servants of Allah whose good works would outlive them.
Former Imam of the Ghana Armed Forces, Sanda Omar, testified to their piety and prayed for their entry into paradise.
President Mahama expressed gratitude to the nation and the bereaved families for their strength and unity in grief, vowing to continue the unfinished work of the fallen.
Tears flowed freely as mourners reflected on the loss of these leaders, whose sudden passing has left a deep void in Ghana’s public life and stands as a painful reminder of the sacrifices made in service to the nation.
