Ghana Immigration's Crackdown on Undocumented Migrants: Hundreds Apprehended

Ghana Immigration Service conducts a major operation targeting undocumented foreign nationals in Accra. The operation, which took place on May 16, 2025, resulted in the apprehension of hundreds of individuals, including families with children. A press release from the Ghana Immigration Service confirmed the operation, detailing the number of individuals apprehended by gender and nationality. Eyewitnesses reported seeing families being separated, and children crying. One witness stated, "It was a very sad scene, seeing families being taken away." The operation highlights the ongoing challenges of managing undocumented immigration in Ghana. The government's commitment to addressing these issues through such operations is evident, but the human cost remains a concern.