"Goodbye": Ghanaians bid farewell to undocumented migrants picked up at Circle
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Ghana Immigration Service Clears Accra Streets of Immigrants
Ghana Immigration Service Conducts Operation to Clear Immigrants from Accra Streets Accra, Ghana – May 16, 2025 – The Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) conducted a significant operation today in the Kaneshie-Abossey Okai area of Accra, targeting immigrants residing on the streets. The operation involved numerous GIS officers and resulted in the temporary detention of several individuals. Eyewitnesses reported a large-scale operation, with many people gathered in the area. One woman interviewed stated, "This is a difficult situation for many of us. We are just trying to make a living." Another bystander added, "I hope the government will find a better solution for these people." The GIS has not yet released an official statement regarding the operation's details and the number of people affected. However, the video footage provides a compelling visual record of the event, highlighting both the actions of the GIS and the reactions of the affected individuals. The operation raises questions about the treatment of immigrants in Ghana and the challenges faced by those who are undocumented. The situation underscores the need for a comprehensive and humane approach to immigration policies.
