Ghana deports West Africans to Togo after their expulsion from the United States, stirring legal battles and human rights concerns. At least six people have already been sent to Togo, even though lawyers tried to stop the process through court action.
Attorney Oliver Barker-Vormawor confirmed that six deportees were escorted to Togo, while one person reunited with family in Ghana. He added that several others remain in custody, and their status is still unclear.
The deportees come from Nigeria, Togo, Mali, Liberia, and The Gambia. US authorities forced them out earlier this month, and Ghana accepted them under a deal with Washington.
The opposition in Ghana criticized the agreement, claiming government leaders ignored Parliament and sidelined democratic processes. Meanwhile, Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa defended the decision, saying it was based on humanitarian reasons and not support for US immigration policies.
As more deportees prepare to arrive, the case highlights rising tension over third-country deportations. It also raises urgent questions about due process, accountability, and Ghana’s responsibility under international law.
