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Previous SIM re-registration flawed due to poor coordination – John Dramani Mahama
President John Dramani Mahama has criticised Ghana’s previous SIM re- registration exercise, describing it as poorly coordinated and largely ineffective.
He explained that the exercise faced major challenges because the then Communications Minister and the head of the National Identification Authority were not on good terms.
According to him, the lack of cooperation between the two institutions affected the proper linking of SIM cards to the Ghana Card, which is key to identifying users.
He noted that many people were asked to register their SIM cards under difficult conditions, often standing in long queues at telecom centres such as MTN Ghana registration points.
He added that despite the stress, the process did not achieve its main goal because it failed to properly connect SIM cards to the national identification system.
He explained that a proper SIM registration system should link every phone number to a verified Ghana Card so that users can be easily identified when necessary.
He said the previous exercise only led to the issuing of new SIM cards without proper verification, making it less useful.
He, however, assured that a new SIM registration approach would correct these challenges.
He explained that the new system would allow users to register their SIM cards using a simple code on their phones, without necessarily visiting telecom offices.
He added that users would be required to enter their personal details, including their Ghana Card number, which would then be verified through a central database.
He noted that telecom companies would bear the cost of the registration process, making it free for users.
He also explained that people facing challenges, such as changing ownership of a SIM card, could visit their service providers for assistance.
He emphasised that the new process is designed to be simple, secure and more effective in linking SIM cards to individuals.
He assured the public that the improved system would help address concerns around identity tracking and make SIM registration more reliable.
By: Jacob Aggrey
The Tema Regional Police Command has arrested a 30-year-old driver, Bismark Kpormeno, for possession of a large quantity of compressed plant materials suspected to be Indian hemp.
The arrest was made on Sunday, 31 May 2026 by officers of the Tema Highway Patrol Unit during an operation along the Tema-Ada road.
According to police, the suspect was driving a Hyundai Mighty I container truck and failed to stop when signaled. He attempted to evade arrest but was pursued and apprehended at Bondase.
A search of the vehicle revealed twelve 12 sacks and eighty 80 parcels of compressed plant materials concealed in a container and wrapped in sellotape.
Preliminary investigations show the narcotics were allegedly loaded at Kpeve in the Volta Region and were being transported to Ada.
The suspect is currently in police custody assisting with investigations. The truck and exhibits have been impounded for evidential purposes.
The Tema Regional Police Command says it remains committed to combating drug trafficking and other criminal activities.
They also urged the public to support law enforcement by providing timely and credible information on suspicious activities.
Firefighters from the Peki Fire Station of the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) responded swiftly to a fatal head-on collision involving a Mercedes-Benz container truck (WR 1553-C) travelling from Nkwanta to Accra and a Mercedes-Benz passenger bus (GR 3215-E) travelling from Battor to Kabiti in the Oti Region.
The crash occurred at Peki-Tsame near Peki Senior High School in the early hours of Tuesday, 2nd June 2026.
A total of forty (40) persons were involved, comprising twenty-one (21) males, fifteen (15) females, and four (4) children.
Through a coordinated rescue operation, firefighters extricated 25 injured casualties, including 23 adults and two children.
Sadly, 15 persons lost their lives, made up of nine males and 6 females.
The injured were conveyed to the Peki Government Hospital for treatment, while the deceased were handed over to the Police, who conveyed them to the hospital mortuary for preservation and further investigation. The cause of the accident remains under investigation.
The Ghana National Fire Service has extended its deepest condolences to the bereaved families and urges all motorists to observe road traffic regulations, avoid dangerous driving practices, and exercise maximum caution on the roads to help prevent accidents and save lives.
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