Francesca Townsend, Director of Enterprise , Harris Academy 9th February 2011

Ibrahim was a gentleman of the highest degree, thoughtful, conscientious and kind, he always put the needs of others above his own. His mild-mannered way meant he was often a rock amidst the storm, yet this was his biggest strength. Whilst others clung to him for shelter and support, or crashed against him in their fury, he stood proud and unwaveringly showed them the way. I will never forget the quiet determination that he had, or the way that he could silence a room with one simple sentence. When he spoke people listened because his integrity commanded great respect. He will live on in the actions of others whose lives he has touched.