Former Vice President and 2028 Flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, and his wife, Samira Bawumia, have been evacuated from Qatar to another country.

According to a report by myjoyonline.com, the evacuation was coordinated by the Ghanaian diplomatic missions in the region following instructions from the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa.

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"Acting on behalf of the government of Ghana, the foreign affairs minister directed Ghanaian embassies in the Middle East to take immediate steps to ensure the safety of the former vice president, his wife and their entourage.

"Embassy officials worked with host authorities to facilitate the swift and discreet travel arrangements. Operational details remain undisclosed for security reasons, but officials describe the process as smooth and well‑coordinated," the report stated.

The report further indicated that the government is taking steps to ensure the safety of citizens.

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"Meanwhile, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the government of Ghana say they are working around the clock to safeguard all Ghanaians residing in, or travelling through, affected parts of the Middle East. Authorities add that monitoring efforts remain ongoing, with embassies on standby to provide consular support and emergency assistance where necessary," it added.

The Middle East is facing one of its most intense crises in years following a sharp escalation between the United States, Israel, and Iran.

The conflict, sparked by the February 28, 2026, Strait of Hormuz crisis, involves coordinated US and Israeli strikes on Iran, Iranian retaliatory attacks, and disruptions to maritime traffic vital for global oil shipments.

The crisis has caused airspace closures, travel disruptions, and worsening humanitarian conditions, prompting Ghana to activate emergency plans and evacuate diplomatic personnel from affected areas.

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