Ghana’s High Commissioner to the United Kingdom (UK), Papa Owusu Ankomah, has reassured that the Ghanaian community in the UK remains unaffected by the ongoing protests.
These protests erupted late in July following an anti-immigrant misinformation campaign that sparked outrage after a stabbing attack left three children dead in Southport, northern England.
The UK’s Crown Prosecution Service announced on Tuesday that approximately 100 people have been charged in connection with the violent unrest.
Initially beginning as anti-immigration marches, the gatherings quickly turned disorderly and violent.
Mr. Ankomah confirmed that Ghanaians in the UK have not experienced significant harm amidst the turmoil.
“Except for one incident where a Ghanaian reported being threatened while taking a bus, there have been no reports of any untoward incidents affecting Ghanaians in the UK,” he stated on Accra-base Joy FM.
The High Commissioner also highlighted ongoing efforts to ensure the continued safety of the Ghanaian community.
“Even as of this morning, our officers are calling around the country, speaking with the leadership of the Ghanaian communities, asking for updates, and urging them to encourage Ghanaians in the UK to try and be indoors by 7 pm,” he added.
Mr. Ankomah advised Ghanaians to stay indoors at night and avoid areas where protests are expected to occur, ensuring their safety during these uncertain times
