A Ghanaian Member of Parliament has stated that a man featured in a viral video facing xenophobic attacks is a legal immigrant.

The MP confirmed this information through credible checks conducted by his office.

The exact location and context of the viral video were not specified.

This statement comes amid concerns over rising xenophobic sentiments in South Africa.

The MP did not name the specific individual or detail the nature of the alleged xenophobic attacks.

He conveyed this information on 2026-04-27.

Further details regarding the checks and the individual remain undisclosed.

This situation highlights ongoing issues of xenophobia and the need for accurate information dissemination.