Deputy Minister-designate for Foreign Affairs, James Gyakye Quayson, has urged the government to implement policies that will attract Ghanaians in the diaspora—particularly those with dual citizenship—to return home and contribute to national development.
Appearing before Parliament’s Appointments Committee on Friday, July 25, the Assin North MP and long-time advocate for dual citizenship highlighted the deep emotional and cultural ties many Ghanaians abroad maintain with their homeland.
“I’m a strong advocate of dual citizenship. There’s no place like home,” he said. “Many of our people—even the youth studying abroad—still feel connected to Ghana.”
Mr. Quayson, who lived in Canada for 42 years before returning, noted that many Ghanaians who travel abroad after age 18 often retain a strong sense of identity and belonging.
“No matter how long you live abroad, your roots keep you grounded here,” he added.
He called for a comprehensive national strategy to harness the skills, knowledge, and investment potential of Ghanaians with dual citizenship, describing them as an “untapped asset” for national growth.
“We should encourage our nationals abroad—those with dual citizenship—to come back home. I am championing this cause, and I believe our children and grandchildren will follow suit,” he stressed.
Mr. Quayson expressed optimism about Ghana’s future, adding that with sound economic policies, the country could become a preferred destination for its diaspora.
“If we get it right economically, Ghana could become a hidden paradise,” he said.
Source: Adomonline
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