Africa-Press – Ghana. The Minority Caucus in Parliament is calling for the immediate suspension of the government’s agreement to accept deportees from the United States until it undergoes parliamentary ratification.
The Caucus argued that the agreement undermines Ghana’s sovereignty and could have diplomatic implications, making the country appear to endorse the US migration enforcement regime.
Addressing a presser at Parliament House in Accra on Wednesday, led by Foreign Affairs Ranking Member Samuel Abu Jinapor, the Caucus criticised the government’s actions, describing it as unconstitutional.
Mr Jinapor hinted that aside the 11 that had already arrived in Ghana about 40 more are expected to arrive soon.
It said the MoU’s non-binding status and absence of parliamentary approval raised concerns about democratic accountability and the potential for abuse of power.
Article 75 of the 1992 Constitution stipulates that: “The President may execute or cause to be executed treaties, agreements or conventions in the name of Ghana.
(2) A treaty, agreement or convention executed by or under the authority of the President shall be subject to ratification by
(a) Act of Parliament; or
(b) a resolution of Parliament supported by the votes of more than one-half of all the members of Parliament.”
There is wide fear that the deportees might include hardened criminals, posing a threat to Ghana’s security and stability.
The government had said the decision to accept deportees is based on humanitarian principles and Pan-African solidarity, aiming to prevent further human suffering.
Govrrnment officials assured that there was strict vetting procedure in place to ensure deportees do not pose security threats to Ghana.
Human rights advocates argue the agreement enables the US to circumvent legal protections for asylum seekers and vulnerable migrants.
The controversy surrounding the deportation deal has sparked debate about Ghana’s sovereignty and the government’s decision-making process.
The Minority also criticised the ruling government’s stance on Israeli/Palestinian conflicts by supporting Palestine, noting that it breached Ghana’s non-align position on international issues.
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