Shalimar Abbiusi, known as a spokesperson for the New Force Movement, has announced her intention to take legal action against the Ghanaian government at the ECOWAS court for alleged human rights violations and injustice.
The Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) arrested and deported Shalimar in December 2023, accusing her of entering the country with falsified documents. Her lawyer, Francis-Xavier Sosu, strongly condemned the GIS’s actions, citing human rights abuses.
Taking to her X profile (formerly Twitter) on Friday, March 22, the Belgian national stated her plans to sue Ghana at the ECOWAS court, expressing gratitude to Francis-Xavier Sosu and the New Force Movement for their support throughout the ordeal.
Shalimar asserted that the experience has not weakened her resolve but rather motivated her to advocate for others facing similar injustices, emphasizing that her legal action is driven by a desire for justice and fairness.
She underscored the broader significance of her fight, stating that it represents not only her struggle but also the plight of others who have suffered injustice, including those she encountered during her detention.
However, she did not provide a specific timeline for filing the lawsuit.
Shalimar Abbiusi was arrested in December 2023 on charges of obtaining a student permit under false pretences.
She gained attention after claiming to be the spokesperson for the New Force Movement, coinciding with the appearance of billboards featuring the movement’s symbol and slogan.
Her arrest occurred after she was summoned by the Head of the National Enforcement Section at the Ghana Immigration Headquarters.
Investigations revealed discrepancies in her immigration status, including forged documents used to obtain residency.