The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration has issued travel advice against all travel to the Gao region of Mali and surrounding areas.
In a press release on Tuesday May 17th, the ministry stated that all Ghanaians in the region to immediately leave the area for their safety and security.
The release said the Government of Ghana’s ability to facilitate the departure of Ghanaian nationals from the region was very limited, adding that those “who require assistance to leave should contact the following numbers: +223 71762020, +223 20295768 and +233 77807676” for immediate assistance.
The Ministry also stated that all those who intend to depart the Gao region are advised to be very cautious as they move to a departure point.
“Those who choose to depart the Gao Region are advised to exercise the utmost caution as they move to a departure point, only when judged to be safe to do so”. 
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