Why Ghanaians protest against Nigerians
Nigeria-Ghana Relations Tested Amid Protests Calling for Deportation of Nigerians Accra, Ghana – Diplomatic tensions flared between Nigeria and Ghana in late July after Ghanaians staged protests demanding the expulsion of Nigerians over alleged criminal activities. Demonstrators in Accra accused Nigerian immigrants of fueling kidnappings, ritual killings, and social vices, with placards reading: "Who protects the rights of Ghanaians?" "Nigerians are kidnapping people for rituals!" "Our children are going missing!" The protests referenced recent security concerns, including the death of a Ghanaian High Commission official in Abuja during a robbery. A History of Migration and Expulsions Nigeria and Ghana share deep historical ties, with significant migration dating back to the colonial era. However, relations have been strained by past mass deportations: 1969: Ghana’s Aliens Compliance Order forced out 140,000 undocumented Nigerians, citing economic protectionism. 1983: Nigeria retaliated with the infamous […]