'I am no longer your citizen' - Ghanaian celebrates securing Dutch citizenship

A 'former' Ghanaian has celebrated his new citizenship as a Dutch after securing the necessary documentation to that effect.

Kofi Gabs, alias Presido Gabs, who identifies as a digital content creator, has been based in the Netherlands for the past few years.

In announcing his formal switch from Ghanaian to Dutch, Gabs acknowledged the role Ghana played by granting him the passport he travelled on to the Netherlands.

In a video posted on his social media handles (X and Facebook) he is heard saying: "Ghana, after 12 today (Wednesday, May 8, 2024), I am no longer your citizen.

"But I want to say a very big thank you for giving me this book (Ghana passport) which paved the way for me to get my new citizenship, I thank you, God bless you."

Most commenters on social media are congratulating him on securing a new nationality.

He has since posted photos and videos after receiving his new citizenship documents. One of the videos is of a party he threw for himself after officially becoming Dutch.

SARA

Watch him announcing his switch and celebrating his new status:

RENUNCIATION OF GHANAIAN CITIZENSHIP

Requirements

Purchase of Renunciation form 13 from Ghana Mission Abroad or from the Ministry of the Interior, Accra, Ghana

An application letter, applying for renunciation of Ghanaian citizenship, addressed to the Minister for the Interior

Curriculum Vitae (CV)

Two (2) recent passport sized photographs

Copy of Ghanaian Passport (Bio Data Page)

Assurance letter from the country where applicant is acquiring new citizenship

Receipt of payment for Renunciation form (photocopy)

Please note that applicant will be required to surrender the Ghanaian Passport before handed the certificate.

Time Frame

Two (2) Weeks (After receipt of duly completed form)

Fees & Charges

Renunciation form 13 – GH₵1,200.00