The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced the repatriation of 327 Ghanaian nationals affected by an ongoing mass demolition exercise in the Port Bouët Municipality of Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire.
In a statement issued on Friday, June 12, the Ministry said 228 of the affected Ghanaians had already returned home on Thursday, June 11, while arrangements had been completed for the remaining returnees to arrive in Ghana on Friday.
According to the Ministry, the affected individuals were residing in areas impacted by the demolition exercise and became stranded after losing their livelihoods and accommodation.
The Government of Ghana has provided buses and trucks free of charge to transport the returnees and their belongings safely back home.
The Ministry further disclosed that Ivorian authorities have expressed willingness to compensate victims affected by the demolitions. It noted that Ghana’s diplomatic mission in Abidjan will continue to engage relevant stakeholders to ensure the promised compensation is received by the affected Ghanaian nationals.
The government reaffirmed its commitment to the welfare and protection of Ghanaians abroad and pledged continued support to facilitate the successful return and reintegration of those affected.
The Ministry also expressed appreciation to the authorities of Côte d’Ivoire and all stakeholders for their cooperation in facilitating the repatriation exercise.
