The National Identification Authority (NIA) has initiated a crackdown on foreign nationals attempting to illegally acquire the Ghana Card.
This decisive action comes in response to numerous alarming reports from financial institutions and concerned citizens regarding suspicious activities among non-citizens eager to infiltrate the system.
The NIA’s commitment to safeguarding the Ghana Card is underscored by the recent conviction of an individual who is now serving an eight-month prison sentence for attempting to secure the card unlawfully.
Following this case, a total of 13 additional cases are currently under investigation. Among these are seven Nigerian nationals who recently faced charges in the Dansoman Circuit Court for their attempts to register as citizens.
“We’ve received alarming reports from individuals, financial institutions, and conscientious Ghanaians about foreigners trying to exploit our registration centres,” explained Williams Ampomah Emmanuel Darlas, the Head of Corporate Affairs at the NIA. “Just last week, we were in court with the group of seven Nigerians, and on August 6, we are set to appear again. We are cautiously optimistic that we will secure further convictions. After serving their sentences, anyone convicted will be deported back to their home countries.”
The Ghana Card is now a vital tool for accessing essential services, elevating the integrity of the registration system to a matter of national priority. In response to the rising concerns, the NIA has heightened its surveillance measures, strengthened security protocols at registration points, and is collaborating with other agencies to eliminate any further illegal attempts.
Moreover, the Authority urges all citizens to remain vigilant and support these efforts by reporting any suspicious behavior at registration sites. As the NIA embarks on this essential mission, they emphasize that the security and trustworthiness of the Ghana Card system are of paramount importance to the nation’s wellbeing.
Source: Apexnewsgh.com/Ngamegbulam Chidozie Stephen
