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Ghana Condemns Alleged U.S. Military Invasion of Venezuela, Calls for Release of President Maduro
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Ghana Condemns Alleged U.S. Military Invasion of Venezuela, Calls for Release of President Maduro

The Government of Ghana has expressed grave concern and strong condemnation over what it describes as the unilateral and unauthorised military invasion of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela by the United States of America, as well as the subsequent abduction of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores. In a press release issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ghana said the incident reportedly occurred in the early hours of Saturday, January 3, 2026, and constitutes a serious violation of international law and the Charter of the United Nations. According to the statement, Ghana strongly opposes the unilateral use of force, stressing that such actions undermine the sovereignty, territorial integrity, and political independence of states. The government warn...
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Ghana Begins Diplomatic Talks with Ukraine to Secure Release of Detained National
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Ghana Begins Diplomatic Talks with Ukraine to Secure Release of Detained National

The Government of Ghana has commenced diplomatic negotiations with Ukraine to secure the release of a Ghanaian national who is currently being held by Ukrainian authorities as a prisoner of war, following his alleged involvement in the ongoing Russia–Ukraine conflict. According to official information, the Ukrainian Government formally notified Ghana of the arrest and detention of the Ghanaian, whose name has been withheld. Ghanaian authorities have since verified his identity through diplomatic channels. Evidence presented to the Government of Ghana indicates that the individual arrived in Moscow, Russia, on July 7, 2024, where records show he signed a contract to join the 2nd Assault Company of the 71st Motorized Rifle Regiment of the 42nd Motorized Rifle Division of the Russian mi...
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Foreign Affairs Minister Briefs Family of Late Nana Agyei Ahyia on Government Interventions
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Foreign Affairs Minister Briefs Family of Late Nana Agyei Ahyia on Government Interventions

The Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has met with the family of the late Nana Agyei Ahyia to brief them on steps taken by the Government of Ghana following his tragic death. In a meeting held earlier today at the Foreign Ministry, the Minister formally conveyed his condolences to the bereaved family and outlined a series of diplomatic and investigative interventions undertaken by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. According to Mr. Ablakwa, a fact-finding mission was promptly dispatched from Ghana’s embassy in Germany, which holds concurrent accreditation to Latvia, to gather information surrounding the circumstances of Nana Agyei’s death. The mission has since submitted a preliminary report to the Ministry. The Minister further disclosed that Latvian authoritie...
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Ghana, Norway sign political consultations agreement to boost bilateral relations
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Ghana, Norway sign political consultations agreement to boost bilateral relations

Ghana and Norway have signed a Political Consultations Agreement aimed at elevating bilateral relations and strengthening cooperation in key strategic sectors. The agreement was signed on Tuesday, September 23, 2025, on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly meeting by Ghana’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, , and Norway’s Minister of International Development, Mr Åsmund Grøver Aukrust. Under the framework, the two countries would deepen collaboration in oil and gas, trade facilitation, educational opportunities, agribusiness, artificial intelligence, maritime security, the blue economy, and intelligence sharing. Mr Ablakwa commended Mr Aukrust for his exceptional efforts in working with the Ghanaian delegation to conclude the agreement, describing the initiative as a ...
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Government of Ghana responds to US Visa restrictions
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Government of Ghana responds to US Visa restrictions

The Government of Ghana, through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, has formally responded to recent changes in U.S. visa policies that affect Ghanaian citizens. The United States government has revised its reciprocity schedule, significantly reducing the validity of B1/B2 visas for Ghanaian travelers from five-year multiple-entry to three-month single-entry. In a statement issued on Thursday, the Ministry expressed deep concern over the move, acknowledging the inconvenience it poses to Ghanaian nationals who frequently travel to the U.S. for professional, educational, medical, business, touristic, and family-related purposes. While recognizing the sovereign right of every country to determine its visa regime, Ghana emphasized that the new U.S. restrictions depart markedly from the rec...
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Government Clarifies Ghana’s Abstention at UN Vote on LGBTQI Mandate
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Government Clarifies Ghana’s Abstention at UN Vote on LGBTQI Mandate

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has issued an official clarification regarding Ghana’s recent abstention at the 59th Session of the United Nations Human Rights Council (HRC59), addressing widespread media misreporting and public speculation on the country’s position. Contrary to claims circulating in sections of the Ghanaian media, the Ministry stated that Ghana did not vote in support of LGBTQI rights, as some outlets have wrongly suggested. The vote in question, held on Monday, July 7, 2025, was on the renewal of the mandate of the Independent Expert on protection against violence and discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity (SOGI). Ghana chose to abstain from the vote—not to express support or opposition to LGBTQI rights—but to uphold the principles enshrined...
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Ningo Traditional Council Rejects Alleged Establishment of Igbo Kingdom in Old Ningo, Calls for Government Intervention
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Ningo Traditional Council Rejects Alleged Establishment of Igbo Kingdom in Old Ningo, Calls for Government Intervention

The Ningo Traditional Council has issued a strong call for urgent government intervention following reports of an alleged attempt by a self-proclaimed King of the Igbos to establish a kingdom within the Ningo Paramountcy, specifically in Old Ningo. In a formal letter addressed to the Minister for Interior, routed through the Member of Parliament for Ningo-Prampram, the Council expressed deep concern over media publications suggesting the creation of a new kingdom by a non-native on their ancestral lands. The letter, signed by HRM Nene Osragbo Djangmah XII—Paramount Chief and President of the Ningo Traditional Council—outlines several critical points reached after an emergency meeting on July 8, 2025. Key highlights from the letter include: Historic Hospitality and Territorial Int...
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Prime Minister Modi’s visit a defining moment in Ghana-India relations – Okudzeto Ablakwa
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Prime Minister Modi’s visit a defining moment in Ghana-India relations – Okudzeto Ablakwa

Mr. Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, Ghana’s Foreign Affairs Minister, has described the upcoming two-day state visit of Indian Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi as “a defining moment in Ghana-India relations,” signalling a new chapter in strategic partnership, trade, and South-South cooperation.The visit, scheduled for Wednesday, 2nd July, to Thursday, 3rd July, 2025, is the first by an Indian Prime Minister in three decades.It comes at a time when Ghana and India are strengthening their long-standing ties, driven by mutual interests in trade, technology, agriculture, health, and diplomacy.Prime Minister Modi’s visit is expected to reaffirm India’s commitment to Ghana’s development and unlock new areas of cooperation between the two nations.Speaking at a media briefing in Accra on Tuesday, Mr. Ab...
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Foreign Affairs Minister receives open letters of Vietnam’s Ambassador-designate to Ghana
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Foreign Affairs Minister receives open letters of Vietnam’s Ambassador-designate to Ghana

Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, Ghana’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, has received the Open Letters of the Ambassador-Designate of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam to Ghana, Mr. Bui Quoc Hung, in a brief ceremony held on Monday, June 9, 2025. Welcoming the Ambassador-Designate, Mr. Ablakwa congratulated him on his appointment and expressed confidence in his ability to further enhance the longstanding and cordial relations between Ghana and Vietnam. The Minister also commended Vietnam for its commitment to global peace and security, particularly through its contributions to international peacekeeping missions. The meeting served as a platform to reflect on the historic bonds shared by the two nations, with both parties highlighting the significance of over six decades of bilateral coo...
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Foreign Affairs Minister rolls out reforms to address “poor” services at Ghana Missions abroad
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Foreign Affairs Minister rolls out reforms to address “poor” services at Ghana Missions abroad

Mr Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, Ghana’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, has unveiled a comprehensive set of reforms aimed at transforming service delivery at Ghana’s embassies and consulates across the globe. This follows mounting public dissatisfaction, including a recent article by Professor Kojo Dei, which described disheartening experiences at two Ghanaian missions. The Foreign Affairs Minister, in a strongly worded statement, acknowledged the widespread concerns, described them as “justified grievances,” and assured Ghanaians that decisive actions were being taken under the Mahama administration’s Reset Agenda. “Such condemnable conduct won’t be allowed on my watch,” Mr Ablakwa stated, adding that while many of Ghana’s missions were known for excellence, empathy, and professionalis...
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