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Akwatia MP advises Ghanaians in South Africa to return home over security concerns
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Bernard Bediako Baidoo, the Member of Parliament for Akwatia, has urged Ghanaians residing in South Africa to prioritize their safety and consider returning home if they feel threatened. Speaking on TV3's Key Points on July 4, 2026, following the killing of Ghanaian national Bashiru Isaka, Baidoo emphasized that no opportunity abroad is worth risking one's life. He advised Ghanaians in affected areas to maintain contact with the Ghana High Commission and repatriate if necessary, stating, "If you have life, you have everything." Baidoo also expressed disappointment with the South African authorities' response to attacks targeting foreign nationals, noting that assurances of prosecution have not led to significant action. He stressed that while citizens have the right to demonstrate, they lack the authority to enforce immigration laws through violence, as law enforcement agencies are responsible for this. Baidoo reiterated that preserving life should take precedence over remaining in an increasingly dangerous environment.
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