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National Identification Authority

Also known as: NIA

Ghanaian government agency responsible for national identity registration and Ghana Card management, recently enforcing biometric verification requirements and expanding services to diaspora communities.

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November 2026
5 NovJoy Online
… The shutdown has additionally interrupted the data-exchange gateway responsible for transmitting birth notifications to the National Identification Authority and the Births and Deaths Registry. …
GHS health information systems shut down nationwide over US$64,510 cloud hosting bill
4 NovJoy Online
… While motorists looked up at the gantries for speed cameras, the National Identification Authority (NIA) walked into banking halls, hospital receptions, and public registries to outlaw the photocopier. …
You built the road, you paid the contractor; now pay to walk on it
3 NovThe Chronicle
The National Identification Authority (NIA) has prohibited public and private institutions from photocopying, scanning or retaining copies of Ghana Cards for identification purposes under new regulations aimed at strengthening identity verification and protecting citizens’ person …
NIA bans photocopying and scanning of Ghana Cards under new verification rules
3 NovJoy Online
The National Identification Authority (NIA) is preparing to introduce a mobile application that will allow individuals and small businesses to verify identities through the Ghana Card biometric system without having to access its main verification platform. …
NIA develops mobile app to extend Ghana Card biometric verification to individuals, small businesses
3 NovJoy Online
The National Identification Authority (NIA) has assured Ghanaians that the implementation of the National Identity Register Amendment Regulation, 2026 (L.I. …
No new Ghana Cards required under biometric verification law – NIA
2 NovJoy Online
The National Identification Authority (NIA) has assured Ghanaians that implementing the National Identity Register Amendment Regulation, 2026 (L.I. …
No new Ghana Cards required under biometric verification law – NIA
2 NovThe Ghanaian Times
The National Identification Authority (NIA) has announced the commencement of enforcement of the National Identity Register (Amendment) Regulations, 2026 (L.I. …
NIA begins enforcement of Ghana Card biometric verification rules, warns institutions of fines
2 NovJoy Online
The National Identification Authority (NIA) has announced a nationwide enforcement exercise targeting institutions that unlawfully photocopy Ghana Cards or use visual inspection instead of approved biometric systems to verify the identities of customers. …
NIA begins nationwide crackdown on illegal Ghana Card photocopying, warns of GH¢24,000 fines
1 NovJoy Online
The National Identification Authority (NIA) has activated its Biometric Verification Taskforce to begin full nationwide enforcement from November 2, 2026, against institutions that fail to comply with the National Identity Register (Amendment) Regulations, 2026 (L.I. …
NIA Taskforce launches nationwide crackdown on Ghana card photocopying from November 2
October 2026
30 OctJoy Online
… It is free for every job seeker, open to every Ghanaian with or without a degree or a CV, and protected by Ghana Card verification through the National Identification Authority (NIA), so that the people and businesses on the platform are who they say they are. …
Beyond Degrees: New platform turns every Ghanaian skill into opportunity

Society

Ghana Health Service systems shut down over unpaid hosting bill

The News

The Ghana Health Service's health information systems, including its national health information reporting platform (DHIMS2), were shut down on October 29 after a cloud hosting provider switched off 10 servers over an outstanding administrative issue related to a US$64,510 bill. The GHS Director-General confirmed no security breach or data loss occurred, with encrypted backups held outside the suspended account.

5 November 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 5 November

Ghana Health Service systems shut down over unpaid hosting bill
The Ghana Health Service's health information systems, including its national health information reporting platform (DHIMS2), were shut down on October 29 after a cloud hosting provider switched off 10 servers over an outstanding administrative issue related to a US$64,510 bill. The GHS Director-General confirmed no security breach or data loss occurred, with encrypted backups held outside the suspended account.
5 November 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 4 November

Ghana enforces biometric ID checks; photocopies now illegal
Ghana's National Identification Authority began enforcing the National Identity Register (Amendment) Regulations on 3 November, requiring all identity verification to be strictly biometric rather than photocopied or visually inspected. Individuals face fines of 50–500 penalty units (GH¢600–GH¢6,000) and corporate offenders 500–2,000 penalty units (GH¢6,000–GH¢24,000) for non-compliance.
4 November 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 3 November

NIA bans photocopying, scanning of Ghana Cards nationwide
The National Identification Authority has prohibited public and private institutions from photocopying, scanning, or retaining copies of Ghana Cards under Legislative Instrument 2523, requiring institutions to adopt approved biometric verification methods instead. The directive, announced at a press briefing, aims to strengthen identity verification and protect citizens' personal information, with violations punishable by law.
3 November 2026 · The Chronicle →
NIA launches mobile app for Ghana Card biometric identity verification
The National Identification Authority is developing a mobile application to allow individuals and small businesses to verify identities through the Ghana Card biometric system without accessing its main platform. The app follows enforcement of regulations prohibiting photocopying, scanning, and visual inspection of Ghana Cards, and provides a straightforward "yes or no" response to confirm biometric matches.
3 November 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana Cards unchanged; biometric verification becomes mandatory
The National Identification Authority says the new biometric verification regulation does not require new Ghana Cards or fresh registration. Existing cards remain valid and will be used for identity verification, with biometric data already captured during initial registration now mandatory for verification instead of visual inspection alone.
3 November 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 2 November

NIA: New Ghana Cards not required under biometric law
Ghana's National Identification Authority has assured the public that implementing the National Identity Register Amendment Regulation, 2026 does not require new Ghana Cards or fresh biometric registration. The regulation makes biometric verification mandatory for identity verification instead of relying solely on visual card inspection, and existing cards remain valid until their 10-year expiry.
2 November 2026 · Joy Online →
NIA enforces Ghana Card biometric rules, threatens 2,000-unit fines
The National Identification Authority has begun enforcing biometric verification requirements under the National Identity Register (Amendment) Regulations, 2026, warning institutions that fail to comply face fines of up to 2,000 penalty units. Institutions must use NIA's approved biometric platform instead of visual inspection and are prohibited from photocopying or keeping copies of the Ghana Card for identity verification.
2 November 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
NIA enforces biometric verification rules, threatens GH¢24,000 fines
The National Identification Authority has begun a nationwide crackdown on institutions that illegally photocopy Ghana Cards or use visual inspection instead of approved biometric systems to verify customer identities, with fines up to GH¢24,000 for violations of the National Identity Register (Amendment) Regulations, 2026.
2 November 2026 · Joy Online →

Sunday 1 November

NIA enforces ban on Ghana Card photocopying nationwide from November 2
Ghana's National Identification Authority has activated a taskforce to enforce new regulations criminalizing the photocopying or visual inspection of Ghana Cards for transactions, with penalties ranging from GH¢6,000 to GH¢24,000 for corporate entities and GH¢600 to GH¢6,000 for individuals. Institutions must use the NIA Identity Verification System Platform for biometric verification to avoid prosecution.
1 November 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 30 October

Ghanaian employment platform Sankofa Job launches nationally today
Sankofa Job, a free employment platform built by Ghanaian company G&T Prestige Ltd, has launched across all 16 regions of Ghana and connects job seekers with employers regardless of education or qualifications, using Ghana Card verification for safety. About one in three young Ghanaians aged 15 to 24 seeking work cannot find employment, according to the Ghana Statistical Service.
30 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 29 October

Ghana Card officials arrested for demanding money during child registration
Six NIA registration officials were arrested after allegations they demanded money from parents during a free Ghana Card registration exercise for children aged six to 14 in the Upper East Region's Galaka centre. Seven other team members had their appointments terminated for allegedly knowing about the extortion but failing to report it.
29 October 2026 · The Chronicle →
NIA arrests six, terminates seven over Galaka extortion
The National Identification Authority has arrested six staff members accused of demanding money during Ghana Card registration for children at Galaka centre in the Upper East Region, and terminated seven others who were aware of the misconduct but did not report it.
29 October 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
NIA arrests six staff, dismisses seven over Ghana Card extortion
The National Identification Authority has arrested six staff members and dismissed seven others following complaints that registration officials demanded money from parents during the free Ghana Card registration exercise for children aged six to 14 in the Upper East Region. The seven dismissed staff were found to have known about the misconduct but failed to report it.
29 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 27 October

Hubtel promotes local AI strategy focused on data ownership
Hubtel, a Ghanaian fintech company, is advocating for an approach to artificial intelligence that prioritizes local data ownership rather than external dependence. Ghana launched a ten-year national AI strategy in 2025 with $270 million in government commitment, and Hubtel presented its perspective on the country's AI journey during a documentary premiere on Joy News.
27 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Hubtel explores AI strategy for Ghana's digital economy
Hubtel, a Ghanaian fintech company, has developed an approach to AI that emphasizes local data ownership while making intelligence accessible to users. Ghana launched a ten-year national AI strategy in 2025 with $270 million in government commitment, and Hubtel's Head of Engineering shared insights on the country's AI journey during a Digital Economy Forum documentary premiere on Joy News.
27 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 26 October

Gambia adopts Ghana's digital ID system via Margins ID partnership
Gambia's Special Adviser to the President on ICT and Digital Economy, Ousman Bah, has praised Ghana's digital identity interoperability system and announced that Gambia has adopted the same technology through a partnership with Margins ID Group, citing Ghana's approach to consolidating data and driver's licensing as a model for African-led digitalisation.
26 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 21 October

Government plans national data hub linking 48 public registries
Minister for Communication Samuel Nartey George announced plans to establish a national data exchange hub to connect 48 public data registries and enable seamless information sharing across government institutions, allowing developers and businesses to access data through a single request rather than establishing separate connections with each registry.
21 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 20 October

NIA extends Ghana Card replacement to Prestige centres nationwide
The National Identification Authority has rolled out Ghana Card replacement services at four operational Prestige 24/7 Centres (Labone, Sakumono, Bantama, Suame), with Amakom set to follow. Ghanaians living in eleven countries—including the UK, US, Canada, and others—can now apply online without travelling to Ghana.
20 October 2026 · Joy Online →
NIA launches online Ghana Card replacement for expat Ghanaians
The National Identification Authority has introduced an online Ghana Card replacement service for Ghanaians living in 11 countries—the United Kingdom, United States, Canada, the Netherlands, Spain, the United Arab Emirates, France, Italy, Belgium, Germany and Denmark—accessible via register.nia.gov.gh. The service is also available at Prestige 24/7 Centres in Labone, Sakumono, Bantama and Suame.
20 October 2026 · Joy Online →
PAC questions NHIA's GH¢250m allocation to NIA for identification cards
The Public Accounts Committee has expressed displeasure over the National Health Insurance Authority's GH¢250 million allocation to the National Identification Authority for identification card procurement, arguing the funds should instead support maternal healthcare programmes.
20 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 5 October

NIA extends Ghana Card registration for children in two regions
The National Identification Authority, in collaboration with the National Health Insurance Authority, will continue Ghana Card registration for children aged 6 to 14 years in the North East and Upper East Regions, beginning October 5, 2026. Registration teams will visit schools across the two regions, operating from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and children without school attendance may register at designated community points.
5 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 23 September

GRA deploys integrated digital platform to improve tax administration
The Ghana Revenue Authority is rolling out its Integrated Tax Administration System (ITAS), a unified digital platform designed to standardise tax processes—including registration, filing, payment, compliance and audits—and offer taxpayers self-service features, online application submission, and automated workflows.
23 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 22 September

Government holds first diaspora townhall to strengthen collaboration
The Diaspora Affairs Office of the President held its inaugural Ghana Diaspora Townhall Meeting at Christiansborg Castle, aimed at providing a structured platform for direct dialogue between the government and the Ghanaian and African Diaspora community to address concerns and facilitate greater participation in national development.
22 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Friday 18 September

NIA celebrates 20th anniversary with float and registration drive
The National Identification Authority organised a public education float and mass registration exercise in Accra on September 16 to mark Identity Day and its 20th anniversary, promoting awareness of identification services. The event included a float through Accra streets and a registration exercise at Legon Business School, with an inter-agency sports competition planned for Saturday to conclude celebrations.
18 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Thursday 17 September

NIA marks Identity Day with public education float and mass registration
The National Identification Authority held a public education float and mass registration exercise in Accra on September 16, 2026, as part of its Identity Day celebration and 20th anniversary. The activities aimed to raise awareness of NIA identification services and make registration more accessible to residents.
17 September 2026 · Joy Online →
NIA marks Identity Day with public education and mass registration in Accra
The National Identification Authority celebrated Identity Day and its 20th anniversary with a public education float through central Accra and a mass registration exercise at Legon Business School on 16 September 2026, aimed at raising awareness of its identification services and improving public access.
17 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 16 September

Vagla and Chɔra communities celebrate Dɛng Festival in Savannah
The Vagla people of Sonyor in Bole district, Savannah Region, are marking the Dɛng Festival alongside the Chɔra people of Guan ethnicity, who centuries ago sought and received asylum in the Vagla community. The festival celebrates shared spiritual traditions and the integration of Chɔra spiritual practices with Vagla culture.
16 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 9 September

More students benefited under Mahama than previous 20 years combined
The Student Loan Trust Fund CEO says more students have benefited from government student support interventions under the Mahama administration than during the Fund's previous 20 years of existence, citing increased government prioritisation of tertiary education financing. The Fund has disbursed GH¢210 million in enhanced student loans to 59,300 students this year alone.
9 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 7 September

Ghana's SIM registration evolves toward biometric verification
Ghana has progressively tightened SIM card registration requirements over 16 years, beginning with a 2010 nationwide exercise under the National Communications Authority using various identity documents, shifting to Ghana Card registration in 2021, and now planning a real-time biometric verification system expected to begin before the end of 2026.
7 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 31 August

NSA opens three-day window for biodata mismatch resolution
The National Service Authority has announced a three-day intervention (September 1–3, 2026) at the NSA Kumasi Regional Office to help prospective National Service Personnel resolve biodata discrepancies preventing registration. The exercise, done in collaboration with the National Identification Authority, Ghana Publishing Company, and Commissioners for Oaths, will assist students in obtaining affidavits, Gazette publications, and correcting records before the registration deadline.
31 August 2026 · Joy Online →