The government has repatriated Ghanaian musician Isaac Obeng Mensah, popularly known as Barosky, back to Ghana from the United Kingdom following concerns about his welfare.
Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa confirmed that the musician arrived safely in Ghana on Monday night.
Mr Ablakwa said the Ministry of Foreign Affairs funded the repatriation as part of its consular responsibilities and is supporting Barosky with psychosocial care and financial assistance to aid his reintegration.
“We are most grateful to our fellow citizens, particularly Nana Romeo, for bringing Barosky’s heart-wrenching plight in Manchester to our attention,” the Minister said in a Facebook post on Tuesday.
He also praised Ghana’s High Commission in the UK for coordinating the intervention.
High Commission facilitates return
The government’s intervention followed a visit to Manchester by Ghana’s High Commissioner to the UK, Sabah Zita Benson.
Mrs Benson met Barosky and members of the Ghanaian community after receiving concerns about the musician’s condition.
She said the mission was ready to assist with his return to Ghana if that was his preference.
“Barosky has contributed immensely to Ghanaian music, and we all need to come together as a community to help him get back on his feet,” she said.
Mr Ablakwa said the intervention reflected the government’s commitment to supporting Ghanaian nationals facing difficulties outside the country.
“We strive to leave no Ghanaian behind,” he said.
The repatriation follows public concern over Barosky’s welfare after videos showing the musician in Manchester circulated widely on social media, prompting calls for assistance.
The government says the support being provided is intended to help the veteran musician settle back into life in Ghana and regain stability.
