180 Ghanaians Return From Libya Through Government, IOM and ECOWAS Support
The Government of Ghana, in partnership with the International Organization for Migration (IOM) and the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), has facilitated the safe return of 180 Ghanaian nationals from Libya.
The returnees, made up of 153 males and 27 females, including children and infants, arrived in Ghana on September 24, 2026.
Their return forms part of ongoing efforts by the government and its partners to assist Ghanaians who are stranded abroad, living in vulnerable conditions or seeking to return home.
The returnees were received upon arrival by the ECOWAS Resident Representative in Ghana, Mohammed Lawan Gana, officials from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and representatives of the National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO).
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration announced the development in a post on its Facebook page.
Addressing the returnees, Mr Gana described their safe arrival in Ghana as an important step towards helping them rebuild their lives.
He encouraged them to consider their return as an opportunity for a new beginning and urged them to remain hopeful as they settle back into their communities.
Mr Gana also advised the returnees to take advantage of available support programmes, particularly opportunities in skills training, entrepreneurship and livelihood development.
The repatriation is 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 circumstances outside the country.
The initiative also forms part of broader efforts to promote safe, orderly and regular migration while ensuring that Ghanaians who require assistance abroad can return home safely and begin the reintegration process.
The returnees are expected to receive additional support from relevant government institutions and partner organisations to assist them with their transition, livelihoods and overall wellbeing as they settle back into life in Ghana.
