The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has outlined new guidelines for travel to high-risk areas within the West African sub-region.
The Ministry, in a statement issued on Tuesday in Accra, advised Ghanaians who intend to embark on essential travels to areas of concern to first contact the Ministry or the embassies accredited to the territories they wish to visit for necessary guidance.
“For Ghanaians already living in jurisdictions which are of concern and where violent extremist attacks have been recorded, we recommend that movement be restricted and that one maintains regular communication with our Embassies, including providing emergency contacts and ensuring that identification documents are accessible at all times to expedite the provision of consular assistance when the need arises,” it added.
It assured citizens that the government is closely monitoring the situation and remains in contact with relevant authorities to safeguard the welfare of citizens.
“The safety, security, and well-being of Ghanaians remain our utmost priority, and further updates would be provided in this matter as and when necessary,” it said.
Citizens in distress or requiring urgent consular assistance have been directed to reach out to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs via the provided telephone numbers: +233 240 913 284, +233 240 793 072, +233 204 552 750 and email addresses: ipab@mfa.gov.gh and consular@mfa.gov.gh.
Joyce Adwoa Animia Ocran, ISD
