A former political activist who fled civil war in Ivory Coast is facing 'forced removal' from the UK on a flight, a Manchester-based human rights charity has claimed. Kouame, whose surname and age are not being revealed, fled to the UK in 2014 because of 'explicit risks to his life' and sought refuge in Greater Manchester.
The charity - Refugee and Asylum Participatory Action Research (RAPAR) - said he contacted several charities and joined a number of active groups. "Kouame is cherished by many people in Greater Manchester as the letters and messages of support we have received have shown," said a spokesperson for the charity, which was founded in Salford. "Kouame belongs here."
The charity said he was made homeless but found accommodation in Salford under Greater Manchester's 'A Bed Every Night' homelessness scheme.
