Ghana Embassy visits detained citizens in Abidjan

A delegation from the Ghana Embassy in Abidjan, led by Ambassador Alhassan Abu, visited Ghanaian citizens held at the Abidjan Penitentiary Pole Prison in Côte d’Ivoire on October 12, 2026. The mission aimed to assess the health and treatment of the detainees and provide emotional and consular support.

During the visit, detainees reported challenges regarding language barriers and requested essential supplies such as rice, cooking oil, and toiletries. The Embassy responded by donating drinking water, bread, and assorted food items. Ambassador Abu stated that the mission is arranging legal services through an associated lawyer to assist those on remand or facing minor charges.

The Embassy emphasized its commitment to safeguarding the welfare of Ghanaians in Côte d’Ivoire. Ambassador Abu also briefed the detainees on President John Dramani Mahama’s Reset Agenda, encouraging them to rebuild their lives in Ghana upon release.