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3 Ghanaians to be deported from US in March, April; 50 others set for mid-2025
3 Ghanaians to be deported from US in March, April; 50 others set for mid-2025
By: Nii Ammui Fio | 2 mins read
Foreign Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa has revealed that three Ghanaian nationals are scheduled for deportation from the United States in the coming weeks, while an additional 50 will be sent back by mid-2025.
Providing an update to Parliament, he stated that a total of 150 Ghanaians have been caught up in immigration-related offenses, including illegal entry, internet fraud, and rape.
"None of the affected Ghanaians are in detention as we speak. Fifty out of the 150 individuals have received final deportation orders from the court. Their deportation is expected to take place by mid-year. The remaining 100 cases are either under appeal or have been dismissed," he disclosed.
Among those set for immediate deportation, three individuals have already been processed and will be sent back on commercial flights on March 19, March 28, and April 1. Additionally, ten more Ghanaians have undergone verification interviews at the Ghanaian embassy to confirm their nationality and ensure their deportation follows due process. These individuals are now awaiting final clearance from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security before their removal.
The Foreign Minister also addressed concerns over exaggerated figures circulating about the number of Ghanaians facing deportation.
“There have been reports suggesting that about 6,200 Ghanaians will be affected by the mass deportation from the United States. However, based on the official brief I have received from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the actual number currently communicated to us from Washington, D.C., stands at 156, not 6,200,” he clarified during his vetting before the Appointments Committee.
He assured Parliament that the Ghanaian government, through its diplomatic missions in the U.S., is closely monitoring the situation and providing necessary consular support to affected individuals.
“We will not leave them to struggle on their own. The government of Ghana and its people care about their plight, and we are doing our best to extend consular assistance to them,” Mr. Ablakwa emphasized.
Meanwhile, the U.S. has intensified immigration enforcement efforts, with a nationwide operation led by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) since January 26. The crackdown has resulted in the arrest of nearly 1,000 individuals, with authorities prioritizing cases involving threats to public safety and national security.
The Ghanaian government continues to engage with U.S. officials to ensure the rights of its citizens are protected throughout the deportation process.
