Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has dismissed claims that Ghana has derived financial or material benefits from its agreement with the United States to accept some West African deportees.
Speaking at the Government Accountability Series at the Jubilee House on Monday, September 15, Mr. Ablakwa emphasised that the arrangement was not motivated by profit.
“It is important to state that Ghana has not received any money, compensation or any material benefit in relation to this understanding. Our decision is grounded purely on humanitarian grounds and principle,” he said.
His clarification comes amid growing public criticism following revelations that some Nigerian and Gambian nationals had been deported to Ghana under a U.S. deal, with opposition MPs accusing the government of compromising the country’s sovereignty.
Mr. Ablakwa insisted the agreement was carefully managed and consistent with international humanitarian standards. He assured citizens that the government’s priority remained the safety and dignity of Ghanaians while fulfilling the nation’s obligations within the international community.
He further stressed that Ghana’s sovereignty and security would not be compromised under any such arrangements.
Source: Ernest K. Arhinful
