Selassie Ibrahim Mourns Death of Husband and Former Agric Minister Adam Issaka Ibrahim
- Veteran Ghanaian actress Selassie Ibrahim shared a heartbreaking tribute on Instagram following the death of her husband
- The deceased, Alhaji Adam Issaka Ibrahim, served Ghana as a former Agriculture Minister and Member of Parliament
- Fellow celebrities and fans flooded the comments with messages of condolence for the grieving actress
- YEN.com.gh spoke with Ama Nsroma, a counsellor and head of the Nsroma Consult, on Selassie Ibrahim's grieving moment
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Veteran Ghanaian actress Selassie Ibrahim has publicly mourned the passing of her husband, Alhaji Adam Issaka Ibrahim, a former Agriculture Minister and Member of Parliament, in a deeply emotional Instagram post.
Source: Instagram
On Tuesday, September 1, 2026, Selassie took to Instagram to share her grief with followers, writing:
"Rest well🙏🏼😭. Our hearts are broken beyond words. Your legacy lives on🙏🏼😭😭😭"
The veteran Ghanaian actress's post, which quickly drew hundreds of responses, reflects just how significant a loss the actress and her family are navigating.
Alhaji Adam Issaka Ibrahim was a prominent figure in Ghanaian public life, having served in government as the country's Agriculture Minister during the late former president JJ Rawlings' tenure before his death.
He went on to represent the Choggu/Tishigu Constituency in Parliament between 1997 and 2001, cementing his standing as a key figure in Ghana's political landscape during that era.
Beyond his ministerial and legislative roles, Adam was an animal scientist and businessman who also served as Board Chairman of the Agricultural Development Bank, extending his influence into the country's financial infrastructure for the farming sector.
Selassie Ibrahim's tribute to late husband
The brief but raw message from Selassie Ibrahim captured the weight of the moment without the need for elaboration.
The actress, widely respected in Ghana's entertainment and film industry, did not detail the circumstances surrounding her husband's passing but made clear that his memory and contributions would endure.
Her Instagram post drew an outpouring of love from colleagues and fans who rushed to offer their condolences.
Counsellor on Selassie Ibrahim grieving husband's demise
Speaking to YEN.com.gh in an interview, Ama Nsroma, counsellor and head of the Nsroma Consult, shared some healthy coping strategies for someone grieving the loss of a spouse or close family member, especially when their grief is publicly shared on social media.
She said:
"Losing a spouse is one of the hardest experiences anyone can face, and grieving publicly can make it even more overwhelming."
"Healthy coping strategies include allowing oneself to cry and feel the pain, surrounding oneself with supportive loved ones, and seeking comfort through prayer or therapy."
"Taking breaks from social media can also help reduce pressure and allow space for private healing. Most importantly, expressing emotions—whether through journaling, talking, or quiet reflection—helps the person gradually process the loss in a healthy way."
The Instagram post of Selassie Ibrahim mourning the demise of her husband is below:
Reactions to actress Selassie Ibrahim's loss
YEN.com.gh has compiled some reactions from friends and colleagues of Selassie as she mourned the demise of her husband below:
gloriaosarfo commented:
"My deepest condolences to you, Boss Lady🙏🏾. May the good Lord continue to console you and yours🙏🏾. May He be your utmost strength and comfort🙏🏾❤️💡Rest in peace, Sir🕊️🕊️🕊️😩."
impeccable_sena wrote:
"Hmmm, RIP Daddy. Your legacy lives on 😭😭."
princess_penelopejonesmensah offered:
"Sending you huge hugs and lots of love, Norvinye…. May his soul rest in perfect peace. 🙏🏽🕊️❤️"
Selassie Ibrahim weeps at Beverly Afaglo's house
Earlier, YEN.com.gh reported about Selassie Ibrahim's emotional reaction at Beverly Afaglo's home after her untimely death following a battle with cancer.
The sad scenes from the residence captured in a viral video demonstrated the deep connections that bind the Ghanaian entertainment personalities.
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Source: YEN.com.gh
