Ghana's Deputy Ambassador to Saudi Arabia, Sanni Jajah, has passed away, according to a statement by Member of Parliament for Ayawaso North, Yussif Issaka, who shared the news on Facebook. The announcement marks the loss of a senior diplomatic figure in Ghana's foreign service.

Jajah served as a key representative of Ghana in Saudi Arabia, contributing to bilateral relations between the two nations. His death has prompted expressions of condolences from political and diplomatic circles. The exact cause of his passing has not been disclosed.

The Ghanaian government is expected to issue an official statement in the coming days. Meanwhile, the news has sparked discussions about the impact of his work on Ghana-Saudi relations.

FIDA Ghana, a local women's rights organization, continues to push for legislative reforms, including a long-delayed law on spousal property rights, highlighting ongoing efforts to advance gender equality in the country. (yen.com.gh)

Sources
  • Yen News — Sanni Jajah: Ghana’s Deputy Ambassador to Saudi Arabia Dies
  • Asaase Radio — FIDA Ghana urges Parliament to pass long-delayed spousal property rights law