Samuel Okudeto Ablakwa, the Foreign Affairs Minister has announced the approval of a Ghanaian passport for US Youtuber, IShowSpeed, real name Darren Watkins Jr.
He cited the Youtuber’s strong ties to Ghana and global promotion of the country through live streaming.
In a social media post shared on Tuesday January 27, Mr Ablakwa explained that the decision followed discussions and verification of what he described as the “irrefutable ties” between the content creator and Ghana.
Addressing renowned Ghanaian travel vlogger Wode Maya, the Minister stated that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs had formally authorised the passport after establishing IShowSpeed’s strong connection to the country.
“Following our discussions and subsequent confirmation of the irrefutable ties of IShowSpeed to Ghana, I am pleased to inform you and our compatriots that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs has approved the issuance of a Ghanaian passport to IShowSpeed,” Mr Ablakwa wrote.
Mr Ablakwa commended both IShowSpeed and Wode Maya for promoting Ghana positively on the international stage, describing them as worthy ambassadors for the country and the African continent.
“Keep making our great nation Ghana and our beloved African continent proud. Ghana celebrates you both,” he added.
