Politicians who died on September 12

Take a focused look at the politicians who passed away on September 12. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 2014 Ian Paisley

  Ian Paisley was a prominent Northern Irish politician and religious leader who played a crucial role in the Northern Ireland peace process.

• 2015 Aronda Nyakairima

  Ugandan military general and prominent political figure who served in key government positions before his untimely death in 2015.