Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has rejected suggestions that Ghana has received financial or material benefits under its agreement with the United States to accept some West African deportees.

Addressing the Government Accountability Series at the Jubilee House on Monday, September 15, Mr. Ablakwa clarified that the arrangement was not driven by profit.

“It is important to state that Ghana has not received any money, compensation, or material benefit in relation to this understanding. Our decision is grounded purely on humanitarian grounds and principle,” he said.

His comments follow rising public criticism after revelations that some Nigerian and Gambian nationals had been deported to Ghana under the deal, with opposition MPs accusing the government of compromising the country’s sovereignty.

Mr. Ablakwa stressed that the agreement was being handled responsibly and in line with international humanitarian standards. He assured the public that the government remained committed to safeguarding the safety and dignity of Ghanaians while meeting the nation’s obligations within the global community.

He also emphasized that Ghana’s sovereignty and security would not be undermined by any such arrangement.