A total of 180 Ghanaians have been repatriated from Libya as part of ongoing efforts by the government and its partners to assist vulnerable nationals stranded or seeking to return home.
The return was facilitated on Thursday, September 24, 2026, through collaboration between the Government of Ghana, the International Organization for Migration (IOM) and the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS).
The returnees comprised 153 males and 27 females, including children and infants.
They were received upon arrival by the ECOWAS Resident Representative in Ghana, H.E. Mohammed Lawan Gana, officials from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and representatives of the National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO).
Speaking to the returnees, H.E. Mohammed Lawan Gana assured them that their safe return marked an important step towards rebuilding their lives.
He encouraged them not to view their return as a setback but as an opportunity to start afresh, urging them to make constructive use of available support and explore opportunities in skills development, entrepreneurship and other livelihood activities.
The repatriation forms part of continued cooperation between the Government of Ghana, IOM and ECOWAS to facilitate the voluntary return and reintegration of Ghanaian nationals living in vulnerable situations abroad.
The initiative is also aimed at promoting safe, orderly and regular migration while ensuring that Ghanaians who require assistance can return home safely and receive support to reintegrate into their communities.
The returnees are expected to receive appropriate assistance as they begin the reintegration process, with relevant authorities and partners continuing to support their transition and wellbeing.
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