A total of 2,470 Ghanaian nationals are currently being held in US detention facilities awaiting deportation, according to new data from United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS).
This figure, one of the highest on record, reflects the impact of intensified immigration enforcement under the Trump administration. Officials say the surge is partly due to the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Global Enforcement Initiative, which was launched in April to fast-track deportation processes.
So far this year, 478 Ghanaians have been arrested by ICE for various immigration-related offenses, including overstaying visas and undocumented entry. DHS data also shows that between January and August, 312 Ghanaians were deported back to Ghana — mostly for criminal offenses, immigration violations, or visa overstays.
US authorities say they are working closely with the Ghana Immigration Service to ensure a smooth deportation process. Meanwhile, advocacy groups are urging both governments to provide adequate legal assistance and reintegration support for affected individuals and their families.
This growing number has raised concerns among Ghanaian diaspora communities, especially those facing uncertain immigration status.
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