by Nurat Uthman
The Federal Government has commended the Republic of Ghana for reconstructing and formally handing over a property belonging to the Nigeria High Commission in Accra.
According to a statement signed by the acting spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kimiebi Ebienfa, the ceremony took place on Wednesday.
The building, a block of four-bedroom flats, was demolished in 2020 by Ghanaian authorities, an act that was strongly condemned by FG.
Following high-level diplomatic engagements, the Government of Ghana pledged to rebuild the property, a promise that has now been fulfilled.
The keys to the newly reconstructed building were handed over by Ghana’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration, Mrs. Shirley Botchway.
Representing Nigeria at the event was the Director of the Foreign Service Academy, Lagos, Ambassador Chimezie Ogu, who received the property on behalf of FG.
According to the statement, Nigeria described the gesture as a commendable act that reflects Ghana’s commitment to fostering stronger bilateral ties.
The ministry also noted that the reconstructed building symbolised the spirit of cooperation and mutual respect that defines the relationship between the two West African nations.
The FG expressed appreciation for Ghana’s actions, emphasising the importance of continued collaboration to strengthen the longstanding friendship between the two countries.
“The handing over by the Minister of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration of Ghana, Her Excellency Mrs Shirley Ayorkor Botchway, is seen as a commendable development and a symbol of Ghana’s commitment to strengthening the ties between both countries.
“The Ministry of Foreign Affairs applauds the laudable gesture and affirms that the reconstructed building embodies the spirit of cooperation and mutual respect that defines the relationship between the Republic of Nigeria and the sister Nation, Ghana,” the statement read in part.
