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No Queues Expected For June SIM Card Re- Registration in Ghana
The upcoming SIM card re-registration exercise in Ghana, is expected to be queue-free, thanks to a streamlined process designed to make registration more efficient and convenient for citizens.
The Minister for Communication, Samuel Nartey George (MP), announced this during his visit to Margins ID Group (Intelligent Card Production Systems) in Accra on Tuesday.
According to the Minister, citizens will register their SIM cards online, reducing the need for physical visits to registration centers. The system will automatically verify citizen information, reducing manual processing times.
This streamlined process will save citizens time and improve accuracy, making the registration experience more convenient. With the June launch approaching, citizens can look forward to a hassle-free SIM card registration experience.
Background of SIM Card Re-registration
The SIM card re-registration exercise began in 2021, with the government extending the deadline several times due to low registration rates. The exercise requires all SIM card holders to re-register their cards using their Ghana Card, the national identity document.
Previous Challenges
Low Registration Rates: Millions of active SIM cards remained unregistered, prompting the government to extend the deadline.
Data Security Concerns: Some Ghanaians raised concerns about data security and the potential for fraudulent registrations via the mobile app.
Government’s Objective
The government aims to:
Enhance National Security: Reduce fraudulent activities and crimes facilitated through unregistered SIM cards.
Improve Industry Regulation: Ensure accurate data on valid SIMs for better industry regulation.
The Police have arrested two suspects, including the alleged gang leader, in connection with the robbery attack on the Berekum Chelsea football team that resulted in the death of one of the players.
According to a Police update, the arrests were made after intelligence-led operations by security personnel.
One of the suspects sustained gunshot wounds during an exchange of fire with the police.
He has since been taken to a hospital where he is receiving medical treatment, while the other suspect remains in police custody assisting with investigations.
The Police indicated that efforts are ongoing to apprehend other members of the gang linked to the attack.
They assured the public that more details will be provided as investigations progress.
By: Jacob Aggrey
President John Dramani Mahama has arrived in Brazzaville to attend the investiture ceremony of Denis Sassou N’Guesso.
The ceremony follows the re-election of President Sassou N’Guesso for another five year term as leader of the Republic of the Congo.
President Mahama travelled to Brazzaville shortly after launching his Free Primary Healthcare Programme in Dodowa.
He is expected to return to Accra after the ceremony scheduled for Thursday morning.
By: Jacob Aggrey
