The foreign ministers of Ghana and Nigeria are set to hold a joint press conference in Accra in response to escalating diplomatic unease, following the emergence of the controversial “Nigeria Must Go” protest movement in parts of Ghana.
The protests—fuelled by rising public anxiety over migration trends, economic competition, and trade imbalances—have prompted both street demonstrations and online agitation, with some factions calling for tighter restrictions on Nigerian nationals living and doing business in Ghana.
According to reports from newsmen, the forthcoming joint briefing is expected to emphasize mutual cooperation, reaffirm commitments to the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) protocols, and address rising public sentiment around immigration, business ownership, and regional integration.
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Diplomatic sources in Accra indicated the ministers would likely call for calm and promote dialogue between both nations, while underscoring the importance of free movement and regional solidarity under ECOWAS frameworks.
The growing unrest has raised fears among Nigerian communities in Ghana, many of whom worry about potential profiling, harassment, or displacement.
Meanwhile, Ghanaian authorities face mounting domestic pressure to respond decisively, as misinformation and provocative narratives continue to circulate on social platforms.
As two of West Africa’s most influential economies, Ghana and Nigeria are expected to use the upcoming conference to de-escalate tensions and reinforce their longstanding diplomatic and economic relationship.
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