The National Identification Authority (NIA) has announced that it will commence Ghana Card registration for minors aged 6 to 14 on October 7, 2024.
This initiative forms part of the government’s broader efforts to ensure that every citizen is captured in the national identification system.
The first phase of the registration will take place in selected schools across various districts, making it more convenient for eligible children to be enrolled.
By targeting schools, the NIA aims to simplify the process and ease the burden on parents and guardians.
In an interview with Citi News, the NIA’s Deputy Director of Operations, Alfred Gazari, emphasized the importance of this exercise, stressing that integrating children into the national database is crucial to achieving a comprehensive identification system for all Ghanaians.
“This registration for children aged 6 to 14 is essential to our goal of enrolling every Ghanaian. We’ve already registered individuals over 15 and initiated the process for those under 5. This is the final phase for all citizens, including those abroad.”
“Everyone needs the Ghana Card. Without it, you can’t access essential services, so it’s vital to include children in this age group,” he added