The Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) has temporarily paused its crackdown on foreign nationals engaged in street begging, citing overcrowding at its detention centre in Accra.
In a statement dated May 19, 2025, the GIS said the suspension is aimed at preventing congestion at the National Headquarters Holding Centre, where over 2,000 individuals-mostly Nigeriens-have been detained since the operation began.
So far, 925 migrants have been repatriated, including 819 from Niger and 106 from Nigeria.
According to the GIS, the ongoing operation is being conducted with full regard for migrant rights, including the provision of food, medical care, and humane treatment.
