The Digest:
Bianca Ojukwu, Nigeria’s Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, met with Ghana’s Foreign Minister Samuel Ablakwa to address escalating protests in Ghana targeting Nigerians. The protests, sparked by allegations of rising crime linked to Nigerians, have raised diplomatic concerns between the two nations.
Key Points:
- Protests in Ghana call for the expulsion of Nigerians over alleged criminal activities.
- Bianca Ojukwu met Ghana’s Foreign Minister to discuss the issue.
- Ojukwu reassured Nigerians in Ghana of their safety and protection.
- The Nigerian government is working on diplomatic measures to resolve the crisis.
- The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission condemned blanket accusations against Nigerians.
- NiDCOM called for calm and urged both sides to avoid escalating tensions.
- Ghana’s Foreign Minister assured that no mass deportations would take place.
The diplomatic efforts between Nigeria and Ghana, led by Bianca Ojukwu, aim to ease tensions caused by protests against Nigerians in Ghana. The Nigerian government continues to emphasize peaceful resolution and the protection of its citizens abroad.
Sources: Channels TV, NiDCOM, Daily Trust
