Government has defended its donation of relief items worth GH₵10 million and the deployment of Ghanaian troops to Jamaica, saying the actions are guided by the values of empathy, solidarity and compassion.
The clarification comes after the Minority caucus called on the Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, to brief Parliament on the decisions.
Addressing the House, Mr. Ablakwa said the gesture is not a departure from established practice, but rather reflects Ghana’s long-standing tradition of humanitarian diplomacy and global responsibility.
“These historic actions, spanning more than six decades, illustrate that Ghana’s humanitarian diplomacy is institutional, principled and deeply rooted in our national identity,” he stated.
“They show a consistent belief that solidarity must go beyond words and be demonstrated through concrete action, even when resources are constrained.”
He emphasised that the current interventions continue Ghana’s legacy of compassion, leadership and responsibility within the international community.
The relief package, intended to support victims of a recent hurricane, includes bags of rice, mattresses, gari mix, cocoa products, storage tanks and other essential items, with part of the support also earmarked for war-torn Sudan.
The Minority, led by Alexander Afenyo-Markin, had sought justification for the donations, citing concerns that the National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO) is reportedly facing shortages of relief items for affected Ghanaians.
In addition, Minority Chief Whip Frank Annoh-Dompreh requested details on the deployment of Ghanaian troops to Benin following an attempted military takeover, including the financial implications of the operation.
Government, however, maintains that the decisions align with Ghana’s established humanitarian principles and international obligations.
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