How Ghanaian man came to aid of woman in grips of Amsterdam immigration as she only spoke Twi
In a heartwarming display of compassion, Ghanaian youth advocate Bright Ofori came to the rescue of an elderly woman facing distress at the Schiphol Airport in the Netherlands. On June 7, 2023, Ofori overheard the woman speaking Twi, a Ghanaian language, and noticed her confusion while in the immigration queue. As immigration officers whisked her away for interrogation, Ofori, concerned about her well-being, followed the action.
The woman, making her first international trip and with limited knowledge of navigating airports, faced suspicion due to her unfamiliar movements and her ability to speak only Twi. Ofori detailed the woman's increasing frustration, leading her to contemplate returning to Ghana for relief. However, Ofori remained by her side, dedicating over two hours to interpreting for the officers and facilitating communication with her family in Ghana.
Despite the officers waiting for an interpreter, Ofori took the initiative to ensure the woman's comfort, calling her children, coordinating document submissions, securing a new ticket, and even providing snacks. The woman, overwhelmed with gratitude, expressed her desire to stay in her home in Ghana.
Ofori's selfless actions did not go unnoticed, as several people, including those in the comments section of his tweet, expressed appreciation for his kindness. This touching story serves as a reminder that acts of empathy and support can make a significant impact on the lives of strangers, transcending language and cultural barriers. Bright Ofori's intervention exemplifies the concept of everyday heroes, showcasing the positive impact individuals can have when they extend a helping hand to those in need.
I remember coming to the rescue of a woman who had been detained at the Amsterdam Airport because I heard her speak twi.
On June 7, around 8am, I was at the Schipol airport -typically full of white folks, so it's easy to recognise blacks. I saw one woman being whisked away by pic.twitter.com/Wv7iuDZCmJ
— Bright Ofori (@IAmBrightOfori) November 23, 2023
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