Renowned American R&B star Ronnie DeVoe has officially become a citizen of Ghana, joining a select group of members of the African diaspora sworn in during a government-led citizenship ceremony organised by the Diaspora Affairs Office at the Presidency led by Kofi Okyere Darko.
DeVoe, widely known as a member of the legendary R&B group New Edition and the iconic trio Bell Biv DeVoe, was among 150 diasporans who took the oath of allegiance in a symbolic ceremony that highlights Ghana’s commitment to reconnecting people of African descent with their ancestral homeland.
The ceremony formed part of the government’s ongoing diaspora engagement initiative aimed at formally welcoming descendants of Africans around the world back to Ghana.
The programme coordinated by the Diaspora Affairs Office attracted thousands of applicants from across the globe.
For DeVoe, the moment marked a historic and emotional milestone. Standing alongside fellow members of the diaspora, the celebrated musician embraced what many described as a profound homecoming, a reconnection to ancestral roots and heritage.
The event also symbolised Ghana’s continued leadership in strengthening ties with the global African community.
By granting citizenship to members of the diaspora, the government is reinforcing its vision of building lasting cultural, social, and economic bridges between Ghana and Africans abroad.
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