The mother of Interior Minister and Member of Parliament for Asawase, Alhaji Mohammed Muntaka Mubarak, has passed away at the age of 83.

Hajia Saudatu Sulemana Muntaka died on Monday afternoon at the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital after a brief illness. Her passing occurred on the same day her son officially took over his duties at the Interior Ministry, following his swearing-in by President John Dramani Mahama last week.

The Asawase legislator has often spoken highly of his mother, attributing much of his success to her guidance and unwavering support.

News of her demise has been met with an outpouring of tributes from constituents and sympathizers, who have expressed their condolences and offered prayers for the late Hajia Saudatu.

The Interior Minister has since arrived at the family residence in Kumasi to oversee final preparations for her burial, which is scheduled for Tuesday.