Former Ghanaian President John Mahama has given firm assurances that Nigerians residing in Ghana are safe and not under threat, stressing that Ghana harbours no tolerance for xenophobic sentiments.
Mahama made the remarks while receiving Nigeria’s special envoy, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, amid concerns over recent anti-Nigerian protests in parts of Ghana.
He clarified that the demonstrations, which drew attention online, were sparked by a misleading viral video created years ago and involved fewer than 50 individuals.
He urged President Bola Tinubu not to be alarmed, saying the Ghanaian government had acted swiftly to contain the situation and reaffirmed its commitment to the safety of Nigerian nationals.
The former president also reiterated Ghana’s commitment to the principles of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), particularly the free movement of people and goods across member states.
Mahama welcomed ongoing discussions to establish a permanent Nigeria-Ghana Joint Commission, which would focus on addressing youth migration and broader bilateral relations.
The assurance comes as both nations continue to strengthen diplomatic and socio-economic ties in the West African region.