Ghana Deports 42 Nigerians for Prostitution, Other Offences

By Micheal Chukwuebuka

The Ghanaian government has deported 42 Nigerians from the Ashanti Region after they were found guilty of prostitution, fraud, and other related offences. The Ashanti Regional Minister, Frank Amoakohene, announced the deportation on social media.

According to Amoakohene, other foreign nationals deported include 13 Cameroonian nationals, three Ivorian nationals, three Burkinabe nationals, and seven Benin nationals. He commended the Ghana Immigration Service for enforcing immigration laws while upholding due process and human dignity.

“A total of 42 Nigerians, 13 Cameroonians, 3 Ivorians, 3 Burkinabe nationals, and 7 Benin nationals have been deported from the Ashanti Region to their respective countries following various court rulings involving Q-Net, prostitution, and other criminal activities,” Amoakohene said.

The minister praised the Ghana Immigration Service for its professionalism and collaboration with courts and security agencies, saying it strengthens public safety, protects vulnerable persons, and preserves law and order in the region.

The deportation comes amid reports of increased scrutiny and mass arrests of Nigerians abroad.