‘Ye Gye Yen Sika’ demo: NPP supporters gather in Accra

The "Ye Gye Yen Sika" demonstration, meaning "We want our money", is an NPP supporters' protest in Accra. They are demanding accountability from the Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa. The protest centers around funds allocated for Ghanaian evacuees from South Africa. The demonstrators, dressed in NPP colors and holding placards, have gathered at the Tetteh Quarshie Roundabout.

Police presence is noted to ensure public order. The organizers aim to demand full disclosure of the evacuation costs and transparency. This comes after the evacuation of 1,964 Ghanaians from South Africa between May and September 2026 due to xenophobic attacks. The government's expenditure on this operation was reported to be GH¢49,721,786, with GH¢33,721,786 directly funded by the government and GH¢16 million contributed by Engineers and Planners, a company owned by Ibrahim Mahama.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs' expenditure covered various costs including flights, accommodation, feeding, and a GH¢5,500 support package for each evacuee. However, the Minority in Parliament, led by Samuel Abdulai Jinapor, has raised questions about the allocation. They claim anomalies were found in the payment registers, including duplicate entries and discrepancies in flight records.

Jinapor said at least three evacuees received only GH¢2,000 instead of the full GH¢5,500, and GH¢16.4 million needs further reconciliation. The Minority has called for an independent audit and the Minister's resignation. Ablakwa, however, denies any wrongdoing, stating every evacuee, including minors, received the full amount. He affirmed no money is missing, no formal complaints were lodged, and invited the Auditor-General for a comprehensive audit.