The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has issued a high-priority safety advisory for Ghanaian citizens residing in or visiting Mexico, following a recent surge in violence precipitated by the demise of Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes, the notorious leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG).
Cervantes, widely recognized as ‘El Mencho,’ was killed during a complex operation conducted by Mexican security forces on February 22, 2026. The aftermath of his death has seen a wave of coordinated retaliatory actions by cartel members, resulting in instability across several regions.
In response, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs has identified six states with elevated risk to personal safety, namely Jalisco, Baja California, Colima, Guanajuato, Michoacán, and Oaxaca.
Reports from these areas describe a volatile environment marked by armed confrontations, deliberate acts of arson involving vehicles, and organized road blockages.
These ‘narcobloqueos’ have led to multiple casualties and severely disrupted daily commerce and transportation networks. Ghanaian travelers and residents in Mexico are strongly advised to exercise extreme caution, avoid non-essential travel, and remain vigilant until the security situation improves.
As Ghana does not maintain a resident mission in Mexico City, the Embassy of Ghana in Washington D.C. handles consular matters.
Citizens are encouraged to register with the embassy and ensure their contact information is up-to-date.
The Consular Assistance Hotline can be reached at +1 (202) 709 0568.
The Ministry on behalf of Government extended its solidarity to the United Mexican States during this challenging period, acknowledging the severity of the unrest while expressing confidence in the Mexican authorities’ capacity to restore order and ensure public safety.
By: Rainbowradioonline.com/Ghana
