The National Identification Authority (NIA) has announced the receipt of 700,000 blank Ghana Cards to address a backlog of unprinted cards dating back to 2023.
However, the Authority is grappling with a more pressing issue: over 600,000 Ghana Cards, already printed and ready for collection, remain unclaimed at various regional and district offices across the country since 2018.
In a press release dated February 18, 2025, the NIA disclosed that the newly acquired blank cards will be used to print pending records, including first-time issuances, card replacements, and updates to personal information.
The Acting Executive Secretary has formed a technical team to expedite the printing process and ensure the cards are distributed to district offices for onward issuance to applicants.
While this development is expected to ease the backlog, the NIA is urging the public to collect their unclaimed Ghana Cards, which have been lying idle for years.
The NIA has assured the public that it is developing an efficient system to distribute the unclaimed cards, though specifics of the plan remain undisclosed.
The Ghana Card, a crucial document for identification and verification, is mandatory for Ghanaians aged 15 and above. It is required for accessing essential services, including banking, healthcare, and voter registration.
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