Ras Ekumafer Talks Deportation, Fraud, and Opportunities for Ghanaians in the UK
Ras Ekumafer, a Ghanaian musician based in the UK, was recently featured on SVTV Africa’s Daily Hustle Worldwide show with DJ Nyaami. He shared some eye-opening experiences and insights about the ongoing issues Ghanaians face in the UK, including deportation, scams, and the lack of job opportunities for skilled workers.
Ekumafer recalled a troubling incident where a friend of his in London informed him about a workplace raid by immigration officers.
Some workers were able to hide, but the raid still disrupted operations, especially affecting another shift.
He also mentioned a former student of his in Ghana, who is currently using a friend’s documents in the UK. This led to an immigration investigation when officials noticed tribal marks on the original document owner.
In another unsettling story, he shared the plight of a Ghanaian nurse who paid £16,000 (around GHC 300,000) to a COS agent, only to discover that the sponsor did not have a job for her. Unfortunately, there is no easy way around such fraudulent schemes. Ras emphasized that if you have this amount of money, it would be wiser to invest it in starting a business rather than risking it on an unreliable agent.
Ras also highlighted a scam he encountered on social media, where an individual charged £7,000 to bring his sister abroad, only to disappear once the payment was made. Instead of falling victim to such scams, he encouraged people to explore alternative opportunities, like the thriving agriculture sector in Europe. For example, Alubgutuguii (a type of vegetable) is more expensive than a tuber of yam, and people can supply such products to Europe and make a profit.
One of the biggest takeaways from Ras’s conversation was about skilled workers. Those with the right training and qualifications are always in demand, and unlike unskilled laborers, they can easily switch jobs and earn a better salary. For example, in the construction sector, if you have the necessary certification (like the CSCS), you can find work almost anywhere and get paid well for your skills.
Finally, Ras emphasized the importance of understanding the rules surrounding immigration and visas.
In the UK, refugees who have been there for over ten years must first qualify for benefits before they can even think about applying for citizenship.
Ras’s message was clear: Ghanaians need to focus on gaining skills, building businesses, and avoiding fraudulent schemes if they want to succeed abroad.
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