The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced that the Government is repatriating 327 Ghanaians stranded in Port Bouët Municipality, Abidjan, due to ongoing mass demolitions by Ivorian authorities.

In a press release issued on Friday, June 12, 2026, the ministry said 228 of the returnees have already been brought home, arriving in Ghana on Thursday, June 11, 2026.

Arrangements have been concluded for the remaining 99 nationals to return today, June 12, 2026.

All 327 Ghanaians were living in areas affected by the demolition exercise and became stranded after losing their livelihoods and lacking the means to secure alternative accommodation in Côte d’Ivoire.

The government has provided buses and trucks to convey the returnees and their belongings free of charge back to Ghana.

The ministry acknowledged that Ivorian authorities have expressed willingness to compensate victims of the demolition exercise indicating that Ghana’s diplomatic mission in Abidjan will continue coordinating to ensure the promised compensation is received by affected nationals.

The Government reaffirmed its commitment to the welfare and protection of Ghanaians and said it will intensify efforts to support the successful return and reintegration of affected individuals.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs thanked Ivorian authorities and all stakeholders for their cooperation in facilitating the repatriation as further updates will be communicated to the public appropriately.