Prince David Osei
Actor, Prince David Osei, has criticised Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa over recent changes to the United States’ visa policy for Ghanaian citizens.
In a post on X, Prince David described the change as a “diplomatic misstep” with serious consequences for ordinary Ghanaians. The U.S. government has cut back its visa offering from a five-year multiple-entry visa to a three-month single-entry visa for Ghanaians.
Prince David blamed the shift on what he described as a poorly handled exchange between Minister Ablakwa and the U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee.
According to the actor, the minister’s tone appeared “defensive and dismissive,” particularly when he stated that he “personally did not incur debt,” a comment Prince said missed the broader issue of government responsibility.
“The issue is not personal debt; it’s about the government’s obligations and how our actions affect international relations,” he wrote.
He warned that the visa change is not just a bureaucratic adjustment but a major setback for students, businesspeople, and families who rely on easier access to the U.S. He also criticised the government’s messaging, pointing out contradictions between calls for reparations and claims of independence.
Prince David Osei urged the Foreign Ministry to take steps to repair the damage, including issuing a clarification, improving communication, and focusing on diplomacy that puts citizens first.
“Let’s not allow one misstep to define our global standing,” he added, calling for a return to thoughtful, strategic diplomacy that protects Ghana’s international image and its people’s interests.