Jérémy Baffour Doku, the talented Ghanaian-Belgian footballer who plays for Manchester City and represents the Belgian national team, has officially received his Ghanaian passport for the first time. This significant development confirms Doku’s commitment to reconnecting with his Ghanaian roots despite playing for Belgium.
The Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, shared the news, stating, “Jérémy Baffour Doku receives a Ghanaian passport for the first time. This was the wish of Jérémy and his family when they called on me last week — glad we successfully delivered chip-embedded passports today.” As a dual citizen, Doku is legally entitled to a Ghanaian passport .
Doku’s decision to secure a Ghanaian passport reflects his desire to maintain a strong bond with his country of origin. Despite representing Belgium internationally, Doku has expressed appreciation for the Ghanaian support throughout his career and pledged to give back to local communities through charitable initiatives .
Meeting with Ghanaian Officials
During his recent visit to Ghana, Doku met with the Sports Minister, Kofi Adams, and other officials, including the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II.
These meetings highlight Doku’s commitment to deepening ties with Ghana beyond his international club commitments .
Doku’s gesture is expected to inspire other Ghanaian-born or Ghanaian-descended athletes to explore deeper engagements with their heritage and contribute to the country’s image on and off the field.
His engagement with Ghanaian institutions aims to expand philanthropic efforts and strengthen football development programs, offering mentorship opportunities to aspiring players .
