Foreign Affairs Ministry pledges support to family of Akpene Diamond Tetteh

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration has officially pledged the Ghanaian government's full support to the family of Akpene Diamond Tetteh, a PhD graduate who was murdered in the United States. During a formal visit to the family on November 4, 2026, Deputy Minister James Gyakye Quayson conveyed the state's deepest condolences and assured the bereaved relatives that the government is committed to ensuring justice is served in the wake of the tragedy.

Akpene Diamond Tetteh was fatally shot in Georgia, USA, on February 12, 2026, shortly after achieving the significant academic milestone of completing her doctoral studies. Investigations by American law enforcement authorities revealed that the shooting was carried out by two juveniles. Currently, one of the suspects has been apprehended and is undergoing trial, while the second suspect remains at large. The Deputy Minister emphasized that the government, under the administration of President John Mahama, is monitoring the legal proceedings closely to ensure a fair and swift resolution to the case.

The meeting with the Tetteh family comes at a time of heightened concern regarding the safety of Ghanaians living in the United States, following a separate and recent incident involving the killing of another Ghanaian teenager in New York. Deputy Minister Quayson's visit highlights the government's proactive stance in engaging with the diaspora and their families during crises. He reiterated that the Ministry would continue to coordinate with international authorities to protect the interests and safety of all Ghanaian nationals abroad, regardless of their location.