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Ghana Prepares For Deportation Of 188 Nationals Amid U.S. Immigration Crackdown

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11 months ago

June 28, 2025

The Government of Ghana has officially announced that 188 Ghanaian nationals are slated for deportation from the United States as part of a renewed immigration enforcement initiative launched under President Donald Trump.

This development comes amidst growing scrutiny of U.S. immigration policies and their impact on various countries.

During a press conference held in Accra on June 26, Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa confirmed that U.S. authorities had formally informed Ghanaian officials about the deportation list.

He emphasised Ghana’s commitment to collaborating with U.S. agencies to ensure that the repatriation process is handled with dignity and respect.

“We have so far been formally notified of 188 Ghanaians on President Trump’s deportation list,” Mr. Ablakwa stated. “Our embassies in New York and Washington are cooperating with U.S. counterparts, and travel certificates are being promptly issued.”

In his remarks, he assured the public that Ghana is prepared to welcome the deportees back home with respect. The government has initiated a comprehensive reintegration program in partnership with the Ministry of the Interior and the Ghana Immigration Service to aid in this process.

“We will be at the airport to welcome our compatriots and ensure they are properly integrated,” he noted. “This will be done discreetly to protect their dignity, especially since many are returning under distressing circumstances—some without personal belongings or savings.”

The announcement coincides with reports from The Washington Post, indicating that the Trump administration is contemplating expanding visa and travel restrictions to include as many as 36 countries—a notable increase from the 19 nations affected during the president’s initial term.

Although Ghana has not been explicitly named in any expanded ban, Mr. Ablakwa stressed that the government is remaining vigilant.

“We’ve had very productive meetings with the U.S. State Department and White House officials. Ghana’s long-standing and strategic ties with the United States will count for something,” he asserted.

He reiterated that Ghana has consistently shown goodwill in adhering to U.S. immigration laws and expects equitable treatment in return. “We are confident Ghana will not be treated like countries facing serious national security red flags. Our cooperation has been consistent, and we remain a responsible partner,” Mr. Ablakwa affirmed.

Providing additional context, he revealed that 56 of the 188 individuals listed have already been returned to Ghana, with the remaining cases at various processing stages. While acknowledging the rights of the U.S. government to enforce its immigration laws, he called for a humane approach that respects the rights and dignity of those being deported.

In a related matter, the Minister highlighted a recent collaboration between Ghana and the United States that led to the arrest and extradition of suspects involved in a $100 million fraud case. “This level of cooperation underlines the maturity of our bilateral relationship,” he remarked.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs emphasized its commitment to engage diplomatically to ensure that actions taken by U.S. authorities adhere to international human rights standards. As Ghana navigates this complex situation, the government remains focused on the welfare and rights of its citizens.

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See The Areas That Will Be Affected By Power Outages On June 4

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3 days ago

June 4, 2026

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The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has announced multiple power outages for Thursday, June 4, 2026, affecting communities in the Tema, Eastern, Central, and Western Regions, with a combination of planned and emergency maintenance exercises scheduled across the country.

In the Tema Area, a planned maintenance exercise will take place from 10:00 am to 4:00pm. The affected areas include the Sea Water Desalination Plant, Maranatha, Buade, Glow Lamp, Frimpongmaa Estates, Abrantie, Dan Adams, Coastal Estates, Basket, GCB Training School, Ataa Adama, Royal Ravico, Junction Mall, Regimanuel Estates, Parakuo Estates, Queensland International School, Kpoo Keke, Best Western Premier Hotel, Leisure Hours Hotel, and extensive parts of Nungua including Zongo, Township, Traditional Council, Polyclinic and Secondary School. Also affected are the Kpeshie Divisional Police Headquarters, Coco Beach, Main 1, Father’s Hotel, C5 and surrounding areas. The notice was originally issued on Monday, June 1.

In the Eastern Region, a planned maintenance exercise will run from 8:00am to 5:00pm, affecting Sekesua, Anyamoni, Oterkpolu, Bukonor, Asesewa, Akateng and surrounding areas. This notice was originally issued on Tuesday, 2nd June.

The Central Region will experience a planned outage from 9:00am to 3:30pm, affecting Brimso Headworks, Akaikrom, Police Barrier, Ankaful Junction, Mpeasem, WAEC, Yayaaikawa, Wanyiwato, part of Dominase, Duakyimase and surrounding areas.

In the Western Region, ECG will undertake two separate exercises. The first is an emergency maintenance from 10:00am to 2:00pm, affecting Dixcove, Busua, Cape 3, Agona Damtsi, GREL and surrounding areas. The second is another emergency maintenance from 9:00am to 4:00pm, affecting Akoon, UEE, parts of Market Circle, Railway Quarters, Apinto Hospital, Cyanide, Kwabedu, Alhaji Dauda, New Atuabo, Budo City, Banso, Esuosu and surrounding areas.

ECG has expressed regret for the inconvenience that will arise from all these exercises. The company has advised affected customers to make alternative arrangements for power-dependent activities during the specified hours.

All notices were originally issued between Monday, June 1 and Wednesday, June 3, 2026. ECG assured that power supply would be restored to all affected areas upon completion of the scheduled maintenance works. Customers have been encouraged to contact ECG’s official communication channels for further updates.

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3 days ago

June 4, 2026

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Assin Edubiase: School Bus ‘Plunges’ Into River, Two Pupils Killed

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3 days ago

June 3, 2026

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Tragedy struck when a school bus transporting more than 40 pupils of a preparatory school at Assin Edubiase in the Assin South District of the Central Region veered off the road and plunged into a river.

It resulted in the death of two kindergarten pupils of the Alice Elites Academy.

The deceased, a three-year-old and a five-year-old, were among pupils who were in the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter bus with registration number AS 2218-20.

The accident occurred on the Assin Kwafokrom-Homaho stretch on Monday [June 1, 2026].

Graphic Online understands that the driver reportedly lost control of the vehicle, it veered off the road, and plunged into the river.

Dozens of pupils got injured.

ASP Wonder Lumor from the Motor Traffic and Transport Department (MTTD) of the Central North Regional Police Command told Graphic Online that the 40 injured pupils were transported to health facilities for emergency medical care.

According to him, 22 of the victims were taken to the St. Francis Xavier Hospital, while the 18 others received treatment at the Assin Edubiase Health Centre.

ASP Lumor explained that all the injured pupils responded positively to treatment and were later discharged.

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