The Government of Ghana has commenced the repatriation of 327 Ghanaian nationals stranded in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, following a mass demolition exercise carried out by authorities in the Port Bouët Municipality.
In a statement issued on Friday, June 12, 2026, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said 228 of the affected Ghanaians had already been successfully transported back to Ghana on Thursday, June 11, while arrangements had been finalized for the remaining returnees to arrive home later on Friday.
According to the ministry, the affected Ghanaians were residing in areas impacted by the demolition exercise and were left stranded after losing their homes, sources of livelihood, and access to alternative accommodation.
The government has provided buses and trucks free of charge to transport the returnees and their belongings safely back to Ghana.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs noted that Ivorian authorities have indicated their intention to compensate victims affected by the demolition exercise. It said Ghana would remain actively engaged with the authorities in Côte d’Ivoire to ensure that the promised compensation is delivered to the affected Ghanaian nationals.
Ghana’s diplomatic mission in Abidjan has been tasked with continuing coordination efforts on behalf of the affected citizens.
The ministry reaffirmed the government’s commitment to the welfare and protection of Ghanaians abroad, adding that measures would be intensified to support the successful return and reintegration of the affected individuals.
The government also expressed appreciation to the authorities of Côte d’Ivoire and other stakeholders for their cooperation in facilitating the repatriation process.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs said it would provide further updates to the public as necessary.
Story By: Eric Boateng
