President John Mahama has given assurances that Ghana’s agreement with the United States to accept deportees of West African nationality will not compromise the country’s sovereignty or security. Speaking at the Jubilee House on Wednesday, October 1, during an address to Ghana’s envoys ahead of their departure to various postings, the President said fears surrounding the deal were misplaced. “I wish to assure our countrymen and women that our understanding with the US does not undermine our sovereignty, security or stability,” he stated. According to him, Ghana successfully secured a reversal of the restrictions after negotiations with Washington. “So, when they draw the threshold and you’re above it, then they cancel your five-year visas and bring you to B-5 or B-3.