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A teenager in the UK who took legal action against his parents for sending him to boarding school in Africa has been ordered by a High Court judge to stay there until he completes his GCSEs. The 14-year-old, whose identity is protected, was taken to Ghana in March 2024 under false pretenses of visiting a sick relative. The real reason was his parents’ concerns about his behavior in London, such as skipping school, having unexplained money, and carrying a knife, although he denies gang involvement or weapon possession.
Despite expressing his unhappiness and homesickness in Ghana, the boy sought legal representation and brought a case against his parents at the High Court in London. Initially unsuccessful in his attempt to return to the UK, he later won an appeal to have his case reheard due to confusion in the previous ruling. The latest judgement ruled against his desires, citing continued disruptions to his education and family life as reasons for him to remain in Ghana until after completing his GCSEs. The boy, who holds dual British and Ghanaian citizenship, is currently studying in Ghana and preparing for his exams.
In his testimony, the teenager described his experience in Ghana as unbearable, feeling isolated and abandoned by his family. He expressed difficulty in adapting to the new environment, struggling to make friends and dealing with social anxiety. However, he has reportedly welcomed the clear roadmap outlined by the judge for his eventual return to the UK, with his solicitor emphasizing the challenging nature of the case and the boy’s strong desire to reunite with his family. The mother has expressed concerns about his safety if he were to return prematurely, highlighting the complexities surrounding the situation
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