Ghana Fights Back: Minister Ablakwa Protests Canada’s Visa Rejection for Thomas Partey | Discuss Ghana

The visa problems for Ghana's football star Thomas Partey have now become a major political issue between countries. Foreign Affairs Minister Hon. Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa has officially sent a strong letter of protest to the Canadian government.

The anger started after Canada refused to give a visa to the Villarreal midfielder. Because of this, Partey cannot travel with the Black Stars to Toronto for their first World Cup game against Panama on Wednesday. The Canadian government rejected his visa because the player is currently waiting for a legal trial in the UK.

Key Details of the Government's Protest

The Protest Note: Minister Ablakwa described Canada's decision as "extremely unfair" and "high-handed." He has asked the Canadian government to quickly look at the case again.

Fairness and Law: The Ghanaian government argued that a person is innocent until proven guilty. They feel it is wrong to punish the player before a court has made a final decision.

Where Partey Can Play: FIFA confirmed that Partey can still play in Ghana's other group matches against England and Croatia because those games will be played in the United States, which allowed him into the country.