The Government of Ghana has expressed profound sorrow over the death of 15-year-old Ghanaian student, Javits Badu Nkansah Frimpong, who was fatally shot in the Bronx, New York, and has pledged its full support to the bereaved family in pursuing justice.
In a statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on October 30, 2026, the government conveyed its deepest condolences to the family of the teenager, who was reportedly shot by unidentified assailants at about 9:20 a.m. on October 29 while on his way to school in the Bronx.
The Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, is reported to have spoken directly with the victim’s father, Mr. Thomas Frimpong, assuring him of Ghana’s unwavering support throughout the family’s pursuit of justice.
“We will pursue justice, and we will make sure that those who did this do not get away with it,” the minister stated.
On behalf of President John Dramani Mahama, Mr. Ablakwa extended heartfelt condolences to the family, describing the incident as deeply distressing.
“We are all saddened. We are all distraught. He did not deserve this,” the minister said.
According to the statement, officials of Ghana’s Permanent Mission in New York visited the family to offer condolences and reassure them of the government’s solidarity and support during the difficult period.
While strongly condemning the killing, the Government of Ghana called on the relevant authorities in New York to conduct a thorough investigation into the incident and ensure that those responsible are apprehended and prosecuted.
The ministry stated that it would continue to work closely with United States authorities through Ghana’s Permanent Mission in New York to pursue justice and provide the family with the necessary legal and consular assistance.
The government further reaffirmed its commitment to safeguarding the welfare, dignity and security of Ghanaian citizens abroad.
“Ghana remains steadfast in its unwavering commitment to the safety, dignity and well-being of our citizens everywhere, any time, and in all circumstances,” the statement noted.
The ministry also extended sympathies to the teenager’s relatives, friends and loved ones in both Ghana and the United States, particularly his mother, Doris Adu Gyamfi, who resides in Kumasi.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs said Ghana would continue to monitor developments in the case and support efforts to ensure justice is served.