Minority NPP Warns Ghana–US Deportee Deal Threatens Sovereignty, Security

The Minority New Patriotic Party (NPP) caucus on Parliament’s Foreign Affairs Committee has raised grave concerns over Ghana’s agreement with the United States to accept third-country nationals deported from the US, warning that the arrangement undermines Ghana’s sovereignty, security, and long-standing foreign policy principles.
Speaking at a press conference in Parliament House on Wednesday, September 24, 2025, Ranking Member on the committee, Samuel Abdulai Jinapor described the agreement as unconstitutional, stressing that Article 75 of the 1992 Constitution requires all international agreements to be laid before Parliament for ratification.
The group accused government of breaching both the Constitution and multiple Supreme Court rulings by operationalizing the deal without parliamentary approval.
“It is deeply concerning that government continues to implement this agreement with the United States despite flagrant constitutional breaches. Such conduct reflects a lack of respect for the rule of law, one of the fundamental pillars of our democracy,” the Minority stated.
According to the caucus, reports indicate that some deportees have already been received under the agreement, while about 40 more are expected in the coming days, cautioning that the move could have far-reaching implications for Ghana’s national security, human rights record, and diplomatic standing.
The Minority also challenged the government’s argument that the deal is merely a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) that does not require parliamentary approval, describing it as a “disturbing attempt to downplay constitutional requirements”.
Mr Jinapor who is also the Member of Parliament for Damongo insisted that whether described as an MoU, agreement, or note verbale, parliamentary ratification is mandatory under Ghana’s Constitution.
Beyond constitutional issues, the caucus warned that Ghana risks being perceived internationally as aligning itself with the US’s controversial immigration enforcement policies.
“For decades, Ghana has built a reputation for principled diplomacy rooted in non-alignment, regional solidarity, and respect for human rights. Associating our country with such policies could erode that standing,” Mr Jinapor stated.
The Minority is therefore demanding the immediate suspension of the agreement for parliamentary ratification, while calling for full disclosure of the processes, safeguards, and security measures in place to protect Ghana’s interests.