Ghana's presidency has officially announced that the country will pursue international arbitration in order to resolve its longstanding maritime dispute with Togo, following eight years of bilateral negotiations that did not result in a conclusive agreement. The Ghanaian government has formally notified Togolese authorities of its decision to initiate arbitration proceedings under the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea, which serves as a comprehensive legal framework for governing the oceans and seas, including countries' rights over their maritime areas, navigation rules, resource exploitation, and peaceful dispute resolution according to international law.

According to Ghanaian authorities, the decision for arbitration was made to prevent any further escalation of tensions, especially after a series of maritime incidents that have added strain to the relationship between the two nations. The government emphasized that it is committed to a peaceful resolution based on international law, aiming to maintain good neighborly relations and continuous cooperation. This approach reflects Ghana's desire to adhere to international norms while seeking to clearly define and demarcate its maritime boundaries with Togo.

As of this announcement, there has been no official response from Togo's authorities regarding Ghana's decision for arbitration. The roots of the dispute lie in the lack of defined and recognized maritime borders, which has historically led to tensions between the two countries, necessitating a formal resolution through legal channels to secure mutual understanding and prevent future conflicts over maritime resources.