The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has cautioned Ghanaians against undertaking non-essential travel to Mexico following a surge in violence linked to recent security operations in the country.
In a statement issued on February 25, 2026, the Ministry said the advisory comes in the wake of a major crackdown by Mexican authorities that reportedly led to the death of Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes, also known as “El Mencho,” who was identified as the head of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel.
According to the Ministry, the operation has triggered retaliatory attacks in several regions, resulting in armed confrontations, road blockades and incidents of arson. The situation, it noted, has significantly heightened security risks for residents and foreign nationals.
The advisory specifically mentioned disturbances in the states of Jalisco, Baja California, Colima, Guanajuato, Michoacán and Oaxaca. Ghanaians currently residing in or travelling through these areas have been urged to exercise extreme caution, avoid unnecessary movement, and closely monitor local developments.
The Ministry further advised citizens in Mexico to maintain regular contact with the Ghanaian Embassy in Washington, D.C., which provides consular services to Mexico, particularly in cases of emergency or travel disruption.
Officials described the directive as a precautionary measure aimed at safeguarding the welfare of Ghanaian nationals amid ongoing security concerns, adding that updates will be communicated as the situation evolves.