President John Dramani Mahama has directed the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to recall all Diplomatic and Service passports by January 24, 2025, for re-issuance to those rightfully eligible.
This was contained in a statement issued and signed by the Executive Secretary to the President, Dr. Callistus Mahama, and copied to the Chief Director of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and dated January 14, 2025.
The government explained that the exercise aligns with its commitment to ensuring the proper use and administration of official travel documents according to national and international standards.
It noted that the recall aims to prevent misuse, safeguard the country’s reputation, and maintain the integrity of our diplomatic engagements.
The presidency further urged the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to issue a public notice notifying all holders of Diplomatic and Service passports issued by the previous administration to return these documents to the ministry for verification and re-issuance, where applicable.
See the statement below:
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