The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has reassured the public of its active efforts to ensure the safe return, reintegration, and reunification of Ghanaians being deported from the United States.
In light of heightened immigration enforcement during the Trump administration, the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has apprehended over 3,500 undocumented immigrants nationwide since President Donald Trump’s inauguration on January 20. Deportation flights have also recommenced, with some individuals being transported via U.S. military aircraft.
The Pew Research Center estimates that the United States, with a population of approximately 341 million, is home to around 11 million undocumented immigrants.
Ghana is among the nations impacted, with 160 of its citizens currently facing imminent deportation.
During a press conference in Accra before the launch of ECOWAS at 50, Minister for Foreign Affairs Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa confirmed that extensive measures are being implemented to guarantee the safe and dignified return of those affected.
He mentioned that there have been no significant updates since the last communication from Ghana’s embassy in Washington, but he reiterated the ministry’s dedication to assisting the returnees and facilitating their reintegration into society.
“The latest information from our foreign service officials indicates that approximately 160 Ghanaians are on the deportation list, and the deportation process is ongoing. For humanitarian and human rights reasons, we have chosen not to disclose further details about them.
“Upon their arrival, our team will welcome them and assist with their integration, as well as reconnect them with their families. We are also collaborating discreetly with other partners, as it is crucial to uphold the dignity of our fellow citizens and avoid subjecting them to media scrutiny,” he stated.
