The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) has officially presented diplomatic passports to five distinguished Ghanaians in recognition of their outstanding contributions to projecting the country’s image on the global stage.
The passports were handed over at a brief ceremony in Accra on Wednesday, October 1, 2025, which was attended by the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, the Acting Chief Director of the MFA, Ambassador Kadidja Iddrisu, and joined virtually by the Minister of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts.
In his address, Mr. Ablakwa stressed that the decision was driven purely by national interest, not political affiliations.
“None of our distinguished Ghanaians receiving these diplomatic passports applied for it.
“They did not lobby for it and they did not initiate the process. This is entirely a country that says it is time to honour our heroes,” he said.
He further clarified that the recognition cut across all political lines.
“We want to also state that there was no political or partisan consideration at all. We have not asked anybody to show us a party card.
“We are not interested in that because this is about Ghana. It’s about the flag of Ghana. It’s about the image of our country. You have made us so proud across all regimes,” Ablakwa added.
The move follows an earlier announcement at the launch of the 2025 Diaspora Summit on September 17, where the MFA, in collaboration with the Office of the President – Diaspora Affairs, confirmed that five personalities would be honoured under NLCD 155.
