Ghanaians in Nigeria appeal to Mahama and Tinubu over JonahCapital dispute

The National Association of Ghanaian Communities in Nigeria (NAGHACON) has appealed to the Presidents of Ghana and Nigeria to intervene in the ongoing dispute involving JonahCapital's River Park Estate in Abuja, warning that the situation could have wider implications for Ghanaians living and doing business in Nigeria.

Addressing the media in a statement released on Thursday, July 9, 2026, the Executive Committee of NAGHACON said it had visited the estate to assess the situation firsthand following reports of incidents involving the Ghanaian-owned company.

It noted that while other businesses within the estate continued to operate without interruption, JonahCapital appeared to be the only company directly affected.

NAGHACON said its visit was also intended to express solidarity with the company over the challenges it has faced in recent months.

The association also recalled that JonahCapital was previously accused of forgery in a matter that was later investigated by Nigeria's Attorney-General, who declared the company's directors innocent.

It further noted that Nigeria's Minister of the Federal Capital Territory had earlier recognised JonahCapital as the legitimate party to the Development Lease Agreement.

However, a fresh dispute has since emerged over the alleged expiry of that agreement, a matter that is currently before the courts.

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The association expressed concern that actions affecting the company were continuing while the matter remained before the courts.

"It is therefore deeply troubling that actions compromising the safety of the company should be taken while this process is underway," the statement said.

NAGHACON also warned that the situation could have broader consequences for Ghanaians in Nigeria if it is not handled carefully.

"As Ghanaians in Nigeria, we are equally concerned that these actions against the only prominent Ghanaian company in Abuja could have unintended consequences, both in Nigeria and Ghana. Today, we are all witnesses to the xenophobic violence in South Africa, which has led to reprisals and, tragically, the deaths of African migrants. That unfortunate chapter began with incidents not unlike this one and gradually grew into what we now witness," the association stated.

It said that, as the principal body representing Ghanaians in Nigeria, it was concerned about the safety of Ghanaians connected to JonahCapital and River Park Estate, adding that the judicial process should be allowed to proceed without interference.

"We use this medium to appeal to the Presidents of both Ghana and Nigeria to call those responsible for these actions to order and allow the court to determine this matter. We also ask that the safety and security of the Ghanaians involved be guaranteed," the association appealed.

NAGHACON said it hopes the concerns it has raised will receive the necessary attention to help preserve the long-standing relationship between Ghana and Nigeria while ensuring that the dispute is resolved through the courts.

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