Ghanaian Women in Detention in Saudi Arabia Get Major Relief, Set to be Deported to Ghana
- Ghanaian women detained in Saudi Arabia are set for deportation back to Ghana after diplomatic talks
- Ambassador Alhaji Said Sinare confirms positive discussions securing the women's welfare and return
- Inmates express immense relief and gratitude for the arrangements made for their return
Some Ghanaian women in detention in Saudi Arabia are set to be deported to Ghana following diplomatic engagements with the Gulf country.
Ghana's Ambassador to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Alhaji Said Sinare, said there had been productive discussions with relevant officials aimed at securing the welfare and return of the affected citizens.
Source: Facebook
Sinare gave an update on the situation in a statement on Facebook.
He said he visited the women in detention in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for various unnamed offences.
The visit formed part of my ongoing efforts to engage relevant authorities and ensure the welfare of our citizens abroad."
He noted that the women expressed immense relief and gratitude upon learning that arrangements had been made for their return to Ghana.
"The inmates expressed deep relief and appreciation upon receiving this news, and their renewed hope was evident. This development underscores president John Dramani Mahama's commitment to protecting the rights and dignity of Ghanaians wherever they may find themselves."
He added that he would continue to work closely with all stakeholders to ensure a smooth reintegration process upon their return to Ghana.
Ghanaian man to be deported from Canada
A Ghanaian man has reportedly been detained by Canadian immigration authorities, awaiting his removal from the country.
This comes after it was realised that he did not have the legal status to continue remaining in Canada.
Popular Ghanaian-Canadian content creators Serwaa Broni and Maame Pokuwaa, who broke the news in a video, were seen looking very worried.
They explained that efforts to secure the man’s release had become difficult, particularly due to the challenge of obtaining legal representation because of the fees involved.
Maame Pokuwaa further explained that the man was apprehended and subsequently taken to a holding facility after being stopped by inland enforcement officers while driving.
During questioning, it was discovered that he had been placed on a removal list and was subsequently taken away.
Source: UGC
According to Maame Pokuwaa, arrangements had already been made for his return, and he is set to be deported to Ghana next week, barring any last-minute changes.
The video concluded with her appealing to Ghanaians in Canada to reach out if they need assistance.
Netizens who took to the comment section of the video expressed sadness about the situation the young man found himself in. Others also praised the creators for the work they are doing to support Ghanaians in Canada.
Ghanaian couple in Sweden deported
Earlier, YEN.com.gh reported that a Ghanaian couple in Sweden had been deported.
The couple were found not to have met the legal requirements to work in the country and was instructed to return home.
Although the woman was lucky enough to get a job, she was later informed that her immigration status did not permit her to work in the country.
Source: YEN.com.gh
