The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration has urged Ghanaians to exercise extreme caution when travelling to or residing in Mexico amid escalating security tensions in parts of the country.
The advisory follows a major security operation by Mexican forces on February 22, 2026, which reportedly led to the death of Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes, also known as El Mencho, leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel.
According to the Ministry, the operation has triggered coordinated retaliatory attacks by cartel elements across several Mexican states, raising safety concerns for foreign nationals, including Ghanaians.
The government has advised Ghanaian citizens in affected areas to limit movement, remain vigilant, and avoid non-essential travel until the situation stabilises.
The unrest has reportedly involved armed clashes, road blockades, and the burning of vehicles, resulting in casualties and major disruptions to daily life.
The advisory specifically highlighted Jalisco, Baja California, Colima, Guanajuato, Michoacán, and Oaxaca as areas experiencing heightened tensions, warning that the violence could disrupt transportation, business activities, and access to public services.
The Ministry further urged Ghanaians to stay in close contact with the Ghana Embassy in Washington, D.C., which is accredited to Mexico, for consular assistance and support in cases of emergency or travel difficulties.
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