FG appeals for calm over alleged deportation threats to citizens in Ghana.
The Federal Government has appealed for calm over alleged deportation threats against Nigerians in Ghana, following protests by Ghanaians demanding their expulsion due to claims of criminal activities.
The Chairman of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM), Abike Dabiri-Erewa, in a statement on Tuesday, condemned the generalization of Nigerians as criminals, emphasizing that most Nigerians in Ghana are law-abiding and contribute positively to society.
The protests in Ghana's capital, Accra, were sparked by growing frustration among citizens who blame Nigerian nationals for increasing levels of crime and social vices in the country, with the protesters also accusing some Nigerians of fueling insecurity and moral decay in Ghana.
Dabiri-Erewa emphasized that Ghana and Nigeria are like "siamese twins", therefore, they should maintain peace and brotherly relations, especially considering their membership in the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS).
She also said that any Nigerian found guilty of wrongdoing should face necessary sanctions, but the majority who are law-abiding should not be unfairly targeted.
NIDCOM assured Nigerians living in Ghana of the Nigerian government’s renewed engagement, dedication, and commitment to addressing challenges confronting them, highlighting initiatives like the Diaspora Housing Mortgage Scheme, which aims to empower Nigerians abroad to own homes in Nigeria at favorable rates.
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