Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa has assured Parliament that no Ghanaian nationals were killed, injured, or involved in the recent political unrest in neighbouring Togo.
Speaking on the floor of Parliament on Wednesday, July 23, Mr Ablakwa said the Ghanaian Embassy in Lomé has been in close contact with all documented citizens in Togo during the crisis, and confirmed there have been no reports of Ghanaian casualties.
He noted that the Togolese government shut all unofficial border crossings on July 2, 2025, citing security concerns that youth leaders behind the late June protests had established bases in Ghana.
The North Tongu legislature stated that while access was restricted, the main Aflao crossing and Beat 9 Pedestrian post remain open, ensuring continued travel and trade.
“The Government of Ghana is not aware of Ghana serving as a base for any protester or any activist in Togo, and these claims are baseless and totally unfounded,” Mr Ablakwa told Parliament.
“I am pleased to inform the House that there have been no reports linking any Ghanaian national to the recent fatalities or arrests in Lomé.”
Mr Ablakwa stated that to support Ghanaians in Togo, the Embassy in Lomé has established a 24-hour communication channel, noting that the embassy staff have proactively engaged the Ghanaian community and are ready to provide assistance.
He further announced that all 71 Ghanaian diplomatic missions have been instructed to implement 24-hour hotline services.
The Foreign Affairs Minister further said that as of mid-June, 52 missions have installed modern communication systems capable of handling simultaneous calls.
He said the remaining missions will be upgraded to complete the rollout, ensuring prompt support for citizens abroad.
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