A new survey has revealed that a significant majority of Ghanaians disagree with the government's decision to extradite Fredrick Kumi, popularly known as "Abu Trica", to the United States before the completion of his appeal process. The poll, conducted by GlobalInfo Analytics, found that 42% of Ghanaian voters are opposed to the extradition.
Public Opinion Divided on Abu Trica Extradition
The High Court in Accra approved the extradition of Abu Trica to the USA earlier this month, where he is wanted to stand trial over an alleged romance fraud scheme said to involve approximately US$8 million. The court's decision has sparked widespread debate over the circumstances surrounding the extradition, with many questioning whether due process was followed before the appeal process against his extradition was concluded.
The survey, released on 27 July, also found that 29% of respondents agreed with the government's action, while another 29% said they had no opinion on the matter. The mixed public sentiments on the matter highlight the complexities surrounding the extradition of Abu Trica.
Ghana's Relationship with Global Powers Assessed
The same poll also assessed Ghanaians' views on the country's relationship with global powers. The findings suggest that Canada is the global power viewed most favourably by Ghanaians, recording a net favourability rating of 38 points. China followed with 34 points, while the United Kingdom received a rating of 33 points.
The European Union recorded a lower rating of 22 points, with the United States scoring a dismal 7 points. South Africa recorded the lowest favourability rating among the countries assessed, with a net rating of negative 61 points. Russia followed with a negative 6 points, while another country listed in the poll recorded negative 3 points.
Implications of the Poll for Ghana's International Relations
The poll's findings have significant implications for Ghana's international relations. The country's favourable views towards Canada and China suggest that there is a strong appetite for engagement with these countries. However, the negative ratings for the United States and South Africa raise concerns about the effectiveness of Ghana's diplomatic efforts in these regions.
The survey's findings also highlight the need for the government to address the concerns of Ghanaians regarding the extradition of Abu Trica. The public's disapproval of the government's decision suggests that there is a need for greater transparency and accountability in the country's international relations.
In the coming days, it will be interesting to see how the government responds to the poll's findings. Will they take steps to address the concerns of Ghanaians, or will they continue to push ahead with their plans to extradite Abu Trica? Only time will tell.
Source: Joy Online
