Ghana's Foreign Affairs Minister, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has assured the family of 15-year-old Javits Frimpong that the government will pursue justice following his fatal shooting in the Bronx, New York. Javits was reportedly shot by unidentified assailants at about 9:20 am on Thursday, October 29, 2026, while on his way to school. The Minister has spoken directly with Javits' father, Thomas Frimpong, to express the government's condolences and assure the family of its support.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has issued a statement condemning the killing and calling on the relevant authorities in the Bronx to conduct a thorough investigation and bring those responsible to justice. Officials from Ghana's Permanent Mission in New York visited the bereaved family at their home on Friday morning to express solidarity and convey the government's support. The government has pledged to work with US authorities in pursuing the case and provide the family with appropriate legal and consular assistance.
Minister Ablakwa has conveyed condolences on behalf of President John Dramani Mahama, describing the incident as deeply distressing. "We are all saddened. We are all distraught. He did not deserve this," the Minister said. The government has extended its thoughts and prayers to the family, particularly Javits' mother, Doris Adu Gyamfi, who is in Kumasi. The incident has left Javits' family, friends, and loved ones in both the United States and Ghana mourning.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Ghana's Permanent Mission in New York have pledged to work with US authorities in pursuing the case and provide the family with appropriate legal and consular assistance. The government has also expressed its commitment to the safety and well-being of Ghanaians wherever they may be. This commitment is part of the government's efforts to ensure that Ghanaians living abroad are protected and receive the necessary support.
Javits' death has sparked widespread outrage and sadness in both the United States and Ghana. The government has called on the relevant authorities in the Bronx to conduct a thorough investigation and bring those responsible to justice. Minister Ablakwa has vowed that the government will pursue justice and ensure that those responsible for the killing are held accountable.
The government has promised to provide full support to the family of Javits Frimpong, including legal assistance. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has also expressed its commitment to working with US authorities to ensure that justice is served. This incident has highlighted the need for increased measures to protect Ghanaians living abroad and ensure their safety.
Minister Ablakwa has assured the family that those responsible for the killing will not get away with it. The government will continue to work with US authorities to pursue justice for Javits Frimpong. The incident has sparked a renewed call for increased safety measures for Ghanaians living abroad.
Key points
- The Ghanaian government has promised full support and legal assistance to the family of Javits Frimpong.
- Minister Ablakwa has vowed to pursue justice and ensure that those responsible for the killing are held accountable.
- The government has committed to working with US authorities to ensure that justice is served.
