According to the statement, all official information and service updates from the Ministry were published on its official website, in accredited print and electronic media, and through its verified social media handles.

The Ministry, therefore, urged individuals seeking consular and other services it provided to deal with designated officers or accredited Missions abroad.

It further warned the public on the submission of forged or fraudulent documents as it con­stituted a criminal offence.

Such an offence, the Minis­try said, would be immediately reported to the appropriate law enforcement authorities for fur­ther action to be taken.

“Any suspicious activity or sus­pected fraud should be reported immediately to the Ministry or the nearest Ghana Mission for verification and appropriate follow-ups.

Moreover, the Ministry provid­ed clarification on the procedures and fees applicable to consular services at its headquarters, including attestation, travel certif­icate, and laissez-passor services.

The procedures, the Ministry said, included the submission of original documents duly verified by the Judicial Service of Ghana, along with a valid form of identification to the Consular and Humanitarian Affairs Bureau of the Ministry.

Other procedures, the Ministry said, were the payment of the approved fees of GH¢ 200 at the designated payment point located within its premises and the submission the official receipt of payment, together with the veri­fied documents for processing.

“The Ministry wishes to assure the general public and Ghanaians abroad that it remains committed to ensuring efficient, transparent and client-friendly service deliv­ery,” it added.