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Nana Bediatuo Asante Denies Canada Visa Reduction Claim

Nana Bediatuo Asante refutes advising Canada to reduce Ghana visas. The claims of influencing Canada visa issuance to Ghanaians are denied.

Last updated: May 22, 2024 7:30 am
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Key Takeaways:

  • Nana Bediatuo Asante denies allegations of recommending reduced Canadian visa issuance for Ghanaians, calling them utterly false.
  • Allegations spread through social media, prompting public criticism of both Bediatuo Asante and the Ghanaian government.
  • Official government resources provide accurate information on immigration policies and visa issuance for Canada and Ghana.

Nana Bediatuo Asante Denies Involvement in Canada Visa Issuance Reduction for Ghanaians

Allegations Dismissed as False

Nana Bediatuo Asante Denies Canada Visa Reduction Claim
Nana Bediatuo Asante Denies Canada Visa Reduction Claim

Nana Bediatuo Asante, the Executive Secretary to the President of Ghana, has refuted allegations that he recommended the reduction of Canada visas issued to Ghanaians.

In a firm statement released by his legal team, Nana Bediatuo Asante characterized the claims made in an online publication as utterly false and groundless. He called on the public to disregard these allegations with the disdain they deserved.

“We are instructed to inform the public that the publication referred to supra is palpably false and same should be disregarded and treated with the contempt it deserves,” the statement articulated.

Online Claims and Social Media Reactions

The disputed reports alleged that during a private meeting with Christopher Thornley, the Canadian High Commissioner to Ghana, Bediatuo Asante purportedly suggested reducing visa approvals in an effort to stem the rising number of young Ghanaians leaving the country. The claims quickly spread across social media, resulting in public criticism targeting both Bediatuo Asante and the administration under President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo. Critics lambasted the government for allowing increasing economic hardships and then attempting to restrict the migration of individuals seeking better opportunities abroad.

Official Government Resources

For authoritative information on immigration policies and visa issuance, the public can refer to the following official government resources:
– Government of Canada – Information on visa and immigration services provided by the Government of Canada.
– Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration of Ghana – Official resource for Ghana’s international relations and immigration guidelines.

Conclusion

Nana Bediatuo Asante has publicly denied any involvement in recommending reductions in Canada visa approvals for Ghanaians, emphasizing that the allegations lack any truth. The public is urged to treat the false reports with the contempt they deserve, as stated by his legal team.

This Article In A Nutshell:

Nana Bediatuo Asante, Executive Secretary to Ghana’s President, has denied allegations about recommending a reduction in Canada visas for Ghanaians. Asante’s legal team labeled the claims as false and baseless, urging the public to dismiss these rumors. The allegations gained traction online, sparking public backlash.
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