Ghana’s Ambassador to the United States, Emmanuel Victor Smith, has expressed concern over the living conditions and lifestyles of some Ghanaians residing in the US, particularly in Worcester, Massachusetts, where he says many migrants remain unemployed and spend long hours in churches instead of seeking work.
Speaking in an interview with Adom News, the Ambassador revealed that Worcester hosts a large Ghanaian population, estimated at 45,000 people.
According to him, while many Ghanaians in the US are thriving and contributing positively to society, others are struggling to adapt and take advantage of opportunities available to them.
He specifically expressed worry about a growing trend where some people spend most of their time in churches instead of pursuing meaningful employment.
“When some wake up, they go to sit in churches instead of finding jobs to do,” he told Abena Opokua Ahwenee.
Mr. Smith stressed that survival and success abroad require effort and determination, not just prayers.
“God doesn’t drop manna from heaven. You have to do something. Make the effort so that He increases it,” he stated.
The Ambassador urged Ghanaians abroad to seek productive work and avoid becoming idle, especially at a time when immigration enforcement in the United States has intensified.
“They should find something meaningful to do because currently, ICE is on people,” he warned.
Despite the concerns, Mr. Smith acknowledged that many Ghanaians across the United States are excelling in various fields and building successful lives, adding, “In certain places, Ghanaians are doing very well.”
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