Ivorian Refugees Receive Resident Permits

Hon. Muntaka Mohammed- Mubarak, Minister for the Interior, has handed over indefinite residence permits to about 500 Ivorian refugees residing in Ghana. The ceremony, which was attended by the Ivorian Ambassador to Ghana, representatives from the UNHCR, Ghana Refugee Board, and the Ghana Immigration Service, marked a significant milestone in the lives of the refugees.

Hon. Muntaka, while handing over the permits, cautioned the refugees that the permit is revocable and emphasised the importance of adhering to the laws and regulations of Ghana. He noted that the issuance of the permits is a testament to Ghana's commitment to providing a safe haven for refugees and asylum seekers