National Identification Authority - NIA, Ghana

18/09/2026

20 YEARS OF NIA: THANKFUL FOR THE JOURNEY, COMMITTED TO THE MANDATE

As part of activities marking the NIA’s 20th Anniversary and Identity Day, the Authority today, Friday, 18th September 2026, joined Muslim communities to give thanks to Almighty Allah for His guidance and faithfulness throughout our 20-year journey, while sensitising Muslim congregants on the importance of legal identity, the Ghana Card, the NIA’s mandate and its services.

The engagement at the Central Mosque was led by the two Deputy Executive Secretaries, on behalf of the Executive Secretary, Mr. Wisdom Kwaku Deku.

The activities will culminate tomorrow, Saturday, 19th September 2026, with Inter-Agency Games at the University of Ghana Training Pitch, bringing together participating institutions as the climax of the 2026 Identity Day celebrations.

18/09/2026

Who will carry the trophy? NIA, IMS II & NHIA clash at the Inter-Agency Games TOMORROW at UG Legon Stadium!

Football, E-Games, Sack Race, Ludo, Oware... you name it!

Don't miss it!

18/09/2026

20 YEARS OF NIA: THANKFUL FOR THE JOURNEY, COMMITTED TO THE MANDATE

As part of activities marking the NIA’s 20th Anniversary and Identity Day 2026, the National Identification Authority (NIA) today, Friday, 18th September 2026, is undertaking a special engagement, with NIA Management visiting the Central Mosque to engage and sensitise Muslim congregants on the importance of legal identity, the Ghana Card and the Authority’s mandate, while giving thanks to Almighty Allah for His guidance and faithfulness throughout the NIA’s 20-year journey.

17/09/2026

IDENTITY DAY 2026: CELEBRATING IDENTITY, ADVANCING INCLUSION
The celebration of this year’s Identity Day 2026 formed part of the National Identification Authority’s 20th Anniversary activities, highlighting the importance of legal identity in promoting inclusion and ensuring that everyone is recognised.
Ahead of 16th September, we engaged churches and mosques nationwide in identity sensitisation and held a Corporate Lifestyle Coaching Session for staff.

On Identity Day yesterday, we took the message of identity to the public through an ID Day Float, followed by a Special Mass Registration Exercise at the University of Ghana, Legon. The activities reinforced our commitment to expanding access to legal identity and bringing Ghana Card services closer to eligible persons.
The anniversary celebrations continue with an Inter-Agency Games this Saturday, 19th September 2026 at the Legon Training Pitch, bringing institutions together through sports, teamwork and collaboration.

As we reflect on 20 years of service, we celebrate our progress, renew our commitment to the NIA’s mandate and look ahead to a future where no one is left behind.
Our Ghana Card: Our Identity, Our Shadow – Never Apart!
📸 See highlights from the ID Day Float below.

17/09/2026

16/09/2026

The National Identification Authority (NIA) joins the global community in commemorating Identity Day 2026 on Wednesday, 16 September 2026, reaffirming the fundamental importance of legal identity for all.

This year’s theme, “My Identity, My Shadow — Never Apart,” highlights the enduring connection between individuals and their legal identity. It reminds us that identity is more than a document or identification number; it is an essential part of who we are and a gateway to accessing vital services, exercising our rights, and participating fully in society.

As Ghana continues to strengthen its national identification system, the NIA remains committed to ensuring that every eligible person can establish and securely use a trusted legal identity.

On this Identity Day, we celebrate the power of identity and renew our commitment to building an inclusive society where every individual is recognised, every identity is protected, and no one is left behind.

15/09/2026

In marking our 20th Anniversary Celebration and in commemorating International Identity Day, the NIA will hit the streets with a vibrant Float, followed by a Special Mass Registration exercise.

📅 Wednesday, 16th September, 2026
📍 University of Ghana, Legon Business School (Main Campus)

Theme: "Ghana Card: My Identity, My Shadow- Never Apart"

This year's celebration highlights the importance of legal identity and the indispensable role the Ghana Card plays in our everyday lives.

The Float will take the identity message to the public, while the Mass Registration offers all eligible persons (15 years and above) a unique opportunity to register for their Ghana Card.

Come be part of the celebration. Secure your identity!

14/09/2026

NIA 20TH ANNIVERSARY & IDENTITY DAY 2026

As we mark 20 years of service to Ghana, the NIA continues to invest in the people behind the mandate.

As part of activities marking the NIA’s 20th Anniversary and the 2026 Identity Day Celebration, the Authority will hold a Corporate Lifestyle Coaching Session with Ms Nancy Adobea Anane on Tuesday, 15th September 2026.

The session is to provide staff with practical insights on personal growth, wellbeing and maintaining a positive and effective corporate lifestyle.

20 years of service. Reflecting on the past, securing the future.

12/09/2026

20 YEARS OF NIA: THANKFUL FOR THE JOURNEY, COMMITTED TO THE MANDATE

As a continuation of Sunday’s nationwide church engagements marking the NIA’s 20th Anniversary and Identity Day, the National Identification Authority (NIA) on Friday, 11th September 2026, extended the thanksgiving and public sensitisation exercise to Muslim communities across the country.

The engagement provided an opportunity to give thanks to Almighty Allah for His guidance and faithfulness throughout the NIA’s 20-year journey, while deepening understanding of the importance of legal identity, the Ghana Card and the NIA’s mandate.

The exercise was replicated nationwide and led by the Authority’s Regional Registration Officers, who engaged congregants at mosques across the regions.

11/09/2026

PUBLIC NOTICE

TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF THE
LABONE PRESTIGE CENTRE

The National Identification Authority (NIA) wishes to inform the general public that due to a scheduled fumigation exercise, the Labone Prestige Centre will be closed on Friday, 11th September 2026 at 11:00 p.m.

The Centre will reopen for services on Saturday, 12th September 2026 at 3:00 p.m.

Any inconvenience caused is deeply regretted.