The story of a Ghanaian seeking American citizenship

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Nana Danso 8 years ago

Good for you, Mohammed!

Good for you, Mohammed!
citizens not spectators 8 years ago

I won lottery in the early 2000 but was denied the visa, I was worried then but I told my self America is not heaven and I will stay in Ghana, thank Almighty God ,today am OK in Ghana

I won lottery in the early 2000 but was denied the visa, I was worried then but I told my self America is not heaven and I will stay in Ghana, thank Almighty God ,today am OK in Ghana
Simpa Panyin Nunoo M 8 years ago

Mohammed, why don't you seek citizenship, freedom, Allah and greener pastures in Saudi Arabia instead?

Mohammed, why don't you seek citizenship, freedom, Allah and greener pastures in Saudi Arabia instead?
Mohammed Nurudeen Ali 8 years ago

People like you are the real reasons why there's no peace in this in this world. Bigotry and stereotypes have eaten tour mind to the extent that you think inversely.

People like you are the real reasons why there's no peace in this in this world. Bigotry and stereotypes have eaten tour mind to the extent that you think inversely.
Prince Abibirim 8 years ago

People have been in our ghana from before the Christian era, so we predate this religious bullshit,dont let it divide we Africans. You go to Europe who sold you one religion or so called arab country who sold you another,and ...
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People have been in our ghana from before the Christian era, so we predate this religious bullshit,dont let it divide we Africans. You go to Europe who sold you one religion or so called arab country who sold you another,and you are not liked in either, and idiots at home pick up on these ideas and discriminate against themselves . Thereby doing the work of our enemies. Talk sense or stay off this forum.
TAVIE 8 years ago

IT A SHAME WE STILL DON'T SEE THE RIGHT FROM WRONG. POLITICIANS IN GHANA TELL ALL KINDS OF STORIES TO GET THEM IN POWER TO STEAL FROM THE VERY PEOPLE WHO VOTED THEM INTO POWER TO LOOK AFTER THE PUBLIC PURSE. ASSHOLES WE ARE A ...
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IT A SHAME WE STILL DON'T SEE THE RIGHT FROM WRONG. POLITICIANS IN GHANA TELL ALL KINDS OF STORIES TO GET THEM IN POWER TO STEAL FROM THE VERY PEOPLE WHO VOTED THEM INTO POWER TO LOOK AFTER THE PUBLIC PURSE. ASSHOLES WE ARE AND NO WONDER WE REMAIN THIRD WORLD AFTER 60 YEARS. WHEN ARE WE GOING TO LEARN? CHINA TOO 30 YEARS TO DEVELOP BUT BLACKMAN NEVER PROGRESS BECAUSE OF SELFISH SLAVE MENTALITY.
Jacko 8 years ago

What does this have to do with the subject? How would you feel if a redneck tells you to leave his country? Some kill foreigner for the heck of it.

What does this have to do with the subject? How would you feel if a redneck tells you to leave his country? Some kill foreigner for the heck of it.
Ali, Toronto 8 years ago

Why don't you ask all the so-called Christian Ghanaians in America and so on to move to Israel or Rome or such? And if you don't know, America is a secular state.

Why don't you ask all the so-called Christian Ghanaians in America and so on to move to Israel or Rome or such? And if you don't know, America is a secular state.
Half ???? of loaf ???? is better than 8 years ago

Hahaha ????.

Hahaha ????.
FRANK, MATAHEKO 8 years ago

Nice try buddy. I couldn't, n packed back home after 8 years.; crazy country full of shit. New York is certainly the worst. Was there a few times n mehn........

Nice try buddy. I couldn't, n packed back home after 8 years.; crazy country full of shit. New York is certainly the worst. Was there a few times n mehn........

whim 8 years ago

Your dream of becoming an American citizen is bigger and better than being a Ghanaian i guess(that is realistic). You would have learned your lessons by now that the American system gives you the opportunity of even making op ...
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Your dream of becoming an American citizen is bigger and better than being a Ghanaian i guess(that is realistic). You would have learned your lessons by now that the American system gives you the opportunity of even making options on your Nationalism and not necessarily base on your smart head!
Yet it takes brave heads (a few) to choose our motherland and make it great and strong. You are a decision of the American system.
Prince Abibirim 8 years ago

Mek ah tell you straight, I'm a grandfather in America,all my family here are Americans. Being an American does not grant you anything except the illusion of grandeur. US is not for old people. Take your pension,go home and ...
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Mek ah tell you straight, I'm a grandfather in America,all my family here are Americans. Being an American does not grant you anything except the illusion of grandeur. US is not for old people. Take your pension,go home and sit your tired ass down. It can cost $700 one way but dead body pay $10,000 you can't afford to die in yankee. Wake up.
Jacko 8 years ago

American citizenship should not a mandatory end for many immigrants unless the one needs it to expedite immigration of family in country of origin. That is the only clear benefit.

American citizenship should not a mandatory end for many immigrants unless the one needs it to expedite immigration of family in country of origin. That is the only clear benefit.
Tony 8 years ago

Well written full of wisdom

Well written full of wisdom
Candido 8 years ago

Hey,Saudi Arabias don't like people in their country.They don't give citizenship to foreigners.Can't you see all the Arabs are fleeing to Europe and America.It's very bad over there in Saudi Arabia when it comes to Immigrat ...
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Hey,Saudi Arabias don't like people in their country.They don't give citizenship to foreigners.Can't you see all the Arabs are fleeing to Europe and America.It's very bad over there in Saudi Arabia when it comes to Immigration matters.America the great GOD bless her.
Ben 8 years ago

Some of you who come from a middle class and elite family can just pack and leave back home, after all you would be met at Kotoka with roses and and SUV to take you home with love with or without a dime in your pocket.

Some of you who come from a middle class and elite family can just pack and leave back home, after all you would be met at Kotoka with roses and and SUV to take you home with love with or without a dime in your pocket.
Nat 8 years ago

I always go like that and they welcome me and it shows that home sweet home.

I always go like that and they welcome me and it shows that home sweet home.
Kweku 8 years ago

All shall pass

All shall pass
samename 8 years ago

I can understand the trouble you went through,Mr Mohammed. I have had the same dilemma for some years now, albeit in a completely different Country. In my case, I would be required to forgo my Ghanaian citizenship completely. ...
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I can understand the trouble you went through,Mr Mohammed. I have had the same dilemma for some years now, albeit in a completely different Country. In my case, I would be required to forgo my Ghanaian citizenship completely. And this scares the sh*t out of me. I can't imagine the scenario whereby I would have to apply for visa to visit Ghana.
I have put this consideration on hold until hopefully, one day the laws of this country where I live will allow people to take citizenship and keep being a Ghanaian citizen as well.
I want both :-).
I wish you the very best.
Nat 8 years ago

Thus the dual citizenship of Ghana apply to your country of residence.

Thus the dual citizenship of Ghana apply to your country of residence.

AK 8 years ago

@simpa panyin nunoo m, u are telling ur fellow Ghanaian to seek greener pastures in Saud Arabia bcos he's a Muslim and that Islam originated from that part of the world. Why not advise him to come back home, for at least he's ...
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@simpa panyin nunoo m, u are telling ur fellow Ghanaian to seek greener pastures in Saud Arabia bcos he's a Muslim and that Islam originated from that part of the world. Why not advise him to come back home, for at least he's a Ghanaian first. Remember that no religion in this world originated from U.S. and so irrespective of once religion, one can live and work there. Even Saudi Arabia which is the headquarters of Islam, a lot of expatriates live and work there. Where to live and work is a matter of choice and not based on once religion. Let us promote peace with our comments and stop dividing ourselves along religious lines.
Peaceman 8 years ago

Thank u sir

Thank u sir
Ato Moses 8 years ago

Switching nationality always goes with a price globally.The United States's is no exception.
In as much as we decide to spend most of our life here,it's necessary for us to regularize our stay to avoid fear and adventures;a ...
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Switching nationality always goes with a price globally.The United States's is no exception.
In as much as we decide to spend most of our life here,it's necessary for us to regularize our stay to avoid fear and adventures;and that means paying the price.They say you can come in but do not overstay or work while on visit,simple.If you flout these laws you become illigal in their country and the laws are ready to deal with you.You have an option to go home voluntarily or being forced out United States through deportation.Deportations most of the times are not enforced until some kind of illigal or criminal activities expose you.
You can change nationality and still be a happier Ghanaian.Once you don't hate and betray United States,the nation has no problem with your love for mother country,after all there are lots of Italians and Irish who practice their culture freely and contribute towards their nations building.
Global Observer 8 years ago

Your points are well taken!

Your points are well taken!
Saint 8 years ago

Why is this Mohammed guy complain? Is it compulsory to travel abroad? Give us a break. Ghana is Ghana.

Why is this Mohammed guy complain? Is it compulsory to travel abroad? Give us a break. Ghana is Ghana.
Uncle Pee 8 years ago

Thanks for sharing your inspiring journey. We all have our immigration stories, some scary, and others interesting. Nonetheless, Ghana will always be our happy motherland.

Thanks for sharing your inspiring journey. We all have our immigration stories, some scary, and others interesting. Nonetheless, Ghana will always be our happy motherland.
Ama 8 years ago

Every one who migrats to the US has a story.Ask doctors, Lawyers,Professors from any where.It is the same you start from bottom up. Some of these poeple have everything in their home countries but still they follow the americ ...
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Every one who migrats to the US has a story.Ask doctors, Lawyers,Professors from any where.It is the same you start from bottom up. Some of these poeple have everything in their home countries but still they follow the american dream.Some get it others don't but america humbles you whoever you are. Ask why do most politicians and rich poeple bring their kids ro the US for education? Ask why facebook, whasapp and most innovation is from the US. The Ghanaian who does not know how the US works will rubbish your story because they have a few dollars and can shop at nostrums every summer Wait but what is the value of their 401k, how much life insurance do they have, do they have diasability and what kind of health insurance and hospitals do they have. If Ghanaians like their lifes in those houses in east legon and range rovers with no disability and a cedi that has no value fine Not all of them can even have the opportunity yo take a short at the american dream.Good job my brother.More stories like these and let poeple know there is life in yankey beyong hassling and cna.
KWASI IN EUROPE 8 years ago

It is also not easy in Europe. You wasted too much time b4 deciding. Maybe you had friends who were not experienced. Next time if you travel to a foreign country make friends with elderly experienced people to see the light.

It is also not easy in Europe. You wasted too much time b4 deciding. Maybe you had friends who were not experienced. Next time if you travel to a foreign country make friends with elderly experienced people to see the light.
Iceman 8 years ago

Man I went through the same shit. From Ghana to the Bronx and Brooklyn.Foster ave and Flatbush. come and see me. Am a IEA in Newwark. I would help u out.

Man I went through the same shit. From Ghana to the Bronx and Brooklyn.Foster ave and Flatbush. come and see me. Am a IEA in Newwark. I would help u out.
America is full of shit 8 years ago

Leave the USA and come home to peaceful Ghana, Ghana is ok..the west had got enough of foreign migration and they cannot handle it anymore. The world itself is gone bizzare, American have got problems more than any other coun ...
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Leave the USA and come home to peaceful Ghana, Ghana is ok..the west had got enough of foreign migration and they cannot handle it anymore. The world itself is gone bizzare, American have got problems more than any other country in the world. People are mental there. And that nation is ruled by satanic measures. Fuck America...

zantoda 8 years ago

you say America is ruled by "satanic measures", why are bad things happening in Godly Ghana? if you knew God that much, why do you steal your brother's property, lie and do all the nefarious things that happen in Ghana!!!Too ...
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you say America is ruled by "satanic measures", why are bad things happening in Godly Ghana? if you knew God that much, why do you steal your brother's property, lie and do all the nefarious things that happen in Ghana!!!Too much Godly talk on your lips but hearts full of worst evil anyone can imagine!!
Koto ba tw3 8 years ago

You know American are full of shit, America steals oil and bomb countries and kill their leaders for nothing. Gh is much more cleaner than the USA you know that well.

You know American are full of shit, America steals oil and bomb countries and kill their leaders for nothing. Gh is much more cleaner than the USA you know that well.
black power 8 years ago

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Baaba 8 years ago

It's just refreshing to read a very well written article on Ghanaweb. Mohammed, bravo!!!

It's just refreshing to read a very well written article on Ghanaweb. Mohammed, bravo!!!
Patriot 8 years ago

So is this pursuit of American citizenship or living in the United States real or fantasy played out in real life? I have always wondered why people from all over the world, including Europe flock to that country. What does ...
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So is this pursuit of American citizenship or living in the United States real or fantasy played out in real life? I have always wondered why people from all over the world, including Europe flock to that country. What does the US offer that our countries do not offer? If it is peace, is there any peace in the United States? Is it money, tell me how many African millionaires you know. Others make money but not Africans. Talk about work and think about how long you've had to contend with having to train people who come after you only for them to precede you in rank. Is it the money that keeps us glued to our substandard lifestyles and how much do we make?
Yes, you can go to court but is justice guaranteed you as an African?. So many things elude us as Africans in the United States. If you consider that there are more than 30 million people of African descent in that country who still have to fight for their rights after 400 years or so, is it not the time for Africans in the United States to reconsider coming home to join in making our countries better places than we left them? It is time to rethink as Africans.
We may not have what we had in the US but that thing that makes you squirm when it comes to taking the oath to become an American citizen will continue to gnaw at you even as you continue to live in that country.
There is no place like home, folks, even with the poverty and the underdevelopment and all.

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