Ukraine has expressed deep appreciation to Ghana for its consistent support at the international level, particularly in backing United Nations resolutions condemning Russia’s invasion of the Eastern European country.

This came to light during a recent phone conversation between Andriy Yermak, Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine, and Prosper Douglas Kweku Bani, National Security Advisor to the President of Ghana.

The discussion was also joined by the Deputy Head of the Ukrainian Presidential Office, Ihor Brusylo. The details of the discussion was published on Ukraine's Presidential website.

Mr Yermak conveyed Ukraine’s gratitude to Ghana, stating: "We aim to strengthen cooperation between Ukraine and Ghana. Ghana is one of Ukraine's most important and promising partners in West Africa. I believe that the recent opening of the Ukrainian Embassy in Ghana will facilitate further cooperation."

He reaffirmed Ukraine’s commitment to achieving a just and lasting peace, but stressed that Russia was doing all it could to drag the conflict on. Citing a recent attack, he said: "Russia is doing everything to prolong the war even further." 

He described a recent Russian missile strike on Kryvyi Rih, which claimed 20 lives—including nine children—as further evidence of Russia’s disregard for civilian life.

Beyond the security and humanitarian dimensions, the two officials discussed deepening bilateral ties across a number of strategic sectors. These include agriculture, food security, digital transformation, transport and education.

Ukraine, Mr Yermak noted, continues to play a key role in stabilising global food supply chains through its Grain from Ukraine humanitarian initiative.

The phone conversation also ended with an agreement to intensify practical cooperation between the two countries in the near future, with both sides pledging to translate goodwill into tangible partnerships.

The call follows a series of diplomatic efforts by Ukraine to strengthen relations with African nations and gain wider support for its peace agenda and post-war recovery efforts.