MOFA deeply saddened at the untimely death of prominent journalist & anchorperson Arshad Sharif in Kenya: FO Spokesperson

ISLAMABAD, Oct 24 (SABAH): The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is deeply saddened at the untimely death of prominent journalist and anchorperson Arshad Sharif in Kenya. We convey our sincere condolences to the bereaved family, Foreign Office Spokesperson Asim Iftikhar Ahmad said in a statement on Monday.

Pakistan’s High Commissioner in Kenya received initial information about the death of Arshad Sharif early in the morning of 24 October.

The High Commissioner accordingly contacted the police authorities, and senior officials at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and other departments. Office of the Vice President was also contacted for confirmation.

Pakistanis of Kenyan Origin were also mobilised. The Mission was informed that the body was in Chiromo Funeral House in Nairobi.

The Pakistani High Commissioner to Kenya Syeda Saqlain along with Mission’s officers reached the location, and has identified the body of Arshad Sharif.

The Acting Foreign Secretary Jauhar Saleem has visited the family of Arshad Sharif and conveyed confirmation of the sad news, and heartfelt condolences on behalf of the Foreign Minister and the Minister of State. His family has been assured of all possible assistance by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Further procedures including police report are awaited.

The High Commission will facilitate expeditious repatriation of mortal remains of Arshad Sharif in coordination with the host authorities.