The Minority caucus on the Foreign Affairs Committee of Parliament has called on the government to act urgently following the United States’ issuance of a Level 2 Travel Advisory on Ghana.

The advisory warns U.S. citizens to “exercise increased caution” when travelling to Ghana due to rising violent crimes, weak law enforcement, and under-reported serious offences such as sexual assault.

It also flags indicators of widespread violence, political unrest, and organised crime.

In a statement signed by the Deputy Ranking Member of the Committee, Nana Asafo-Adjei Ayeh, the Minority described the development as a “serious indictment” of Ghana’s reputation as a safe and democratic country.

They attributed the advisory to the government’s failure to address growing insecurity, law enforcement breakdown, and impunity in the face of rising violent incidents, particularly in Bawku in the Upper East region.

The caucus also raised concerns about the government’s silence on serious allegations, including drug trafficking and money laundering, warning that the situation could deter investors and harm Ghana’s global image.

They demanded immediate action from the government to restore the rule of law, rebuild trust in security institutions, and restore Ghana’s standing in the international community.