The Ghana Immigration Service has confirmed the successful repatriation of 925 undocumented migrants following a recent immigration enforcement operation in Accra.
According to the Ghana Immigration Service, the operation, conducted on Friday, May 16, 2025, targeted individuals involved in illegal street begging.
The Ghana Immigration Service initiated the repatriation process on Saturday, May 17, and eventually returned hundreds of migrants to their respective countries within 48 hours.
A statement released by the Ghana Immigration Service on Monday, May 19, revealed that 819 Nigeriens and 106 Nigerians had been repatriated.
“Repatriation was initiated on the morning of Saturday, 17th May 2025. At the time of this release, 925 persons have been successfully repatriated, and processes are underway to remove the rest,” the Ghana Immigration Service noted.
The Service emphasized that additional undocumented migrants arrested during the sweep are still being held pending further repatriation procedures.
Currently, 2,241 migrants are being housed at designated holding centers as part of the Ghana Immigration Service’s ongoing operation.
The nationalities of those held include 2,073 Nigeriens, 138 Nigerians, 28 Burkinabes, one Guinean, and one Malian, according to official data.
The Ghana Immigration Service stated that all migrants affected by the operation have undergone profiling and security screening as outlined in its Standard Operating Procedures.
In compliance with international standards, the Ghana Immigration Service segregated migrants by age and gender to ensure proper care and management. The service added that meals and basic needs are being provided, with a dedicated clinic available to offer medical support where needed.
The Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) is an agency of the government of Ghana under the Ministry of the Interior. The GIS regulates the examination and authorization of applications for visas, entry, and residence permits in Ghana. Control of foreign nationals in Ghana, Facilitation of Ghanaian passport application processing, border control and management, refugee registration, protection, and management. The service advises on and ensures the effective implementation of all laws and regulations about immigration and related issues.
After it’s recent sweep, the Ghana Immigration Service reiterated its commitment to enforcing immigration laws and ensuring national security through humane and professional operations.
