Ghana’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has addressed public concerns following a viral video of Nigerian chief Chukwudi Jude Ihenetu, who claimed to be the “King of Igbos” in Ghana and expressed plans to establish an ‘Igbo village’ in the country.
The video, which sparked backlash online, has since been clarified by the individual involved.
According to a statement shared via Ablakwa’s Facebook page, the chief was invited for a meeting where he explained that the clip was taken from a 2013 interview and does not reflect his current views. He expressed deep regret over the comments and confirmed that he has abandoned any such intentions, adding that no land had been acquired for that purpose.
“He conveyed profuse apologies to the President, Government, Chiefs, and People of Ghana,” the Minister noted.
Ablakwa, however, reminded all guests, especially fellow Africans, to respect Ghana’s laws and traditions.
In a call for calm, the government urged the public to avoid commentary that could fuel division or xenophobia. “Let us all in the true spirit of African solidarity guard our commentary so this matter does not degenerate,” Ablakwa wrote, reaffirming the strong ties between Ghana and Nigeria.
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