Ghana’s political landscape has been struck by a wave of sorrow, as one of its respected figures takes his final bow. The loss has resonated deeply, sparking heartfelt tributes from leaders across the country, including the Speaker of Parliament, Rt. Hon. Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin. “
I’m really shocked at the sudden departure of my brother,” Hon. Bagbin began his message. In a moving post shared on Facebook, the Speaker revealed the passing of Ambassador Sam Pee Yalley, describing him as a brother, friend, and comrade. Bagbin recalled receiving a message from Yalley on March 29, informing him of his admission to the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital for an operation. Shocked by the news, Bagbin responded swiftly, offering prayers and requesting more details. The response he received was reassuring: “Rt. Hon, operation has been successfully completed.”
As the days passed, the two continued to communicate. Before leaving the country, Bagbin sent a message and received a safe flight wish through Yalley’s son. Their final exchange came on April 3, when the late diplomat sent a heartfelt note: “Rt. Hon Good Morning, you really showed me that you are a true brother and friend. God richly bless you.”
Bagbin expressed his devastation upon learning of Yalley’s death on April 6, stating he was “drenched in tears and wrapped up in sorrow.” Yet, amid the grief, he celebrated the life of a man he described as full of faith, courage, intellect, and love.
He extended his condolences to the bereaved family and praised the contributions Ambassador Yalley made to the NDC, Ghana, and humanity. “Our son, husband, father, brother and comrade has accomplished what he was sent by God to do on earth,” Bagbin wrote, ending with a solemn farewell: “Comrade, nante yie, breu, breu, breu.”