The Volta Regional Minister, Hon. James Gunu, has received a consignment of Ghana Card backlogs and
blank cards from a delegation of the National Identification Authority (NIA), led by the Acting Head of
Corporate Affairs,Mr. William A.E. Darlas.
A total of 33,707 backlog cards meant for 18 Districts in the Region were handed over to the Minister,
along with 19,500 blank cards for new registrations. Each district is expected to receive approximately
1,000 blank cards to facilitate the ongoing issuance process.
Hon. Gunu welcomed the initiative, noting that the Region had gone through several chalenges
regarding the Ghana Card registration and distribution.He described the arrival of the cards as good
news for the people of Volta,as it will help address delays in accessing the national identification
document.
To ensure smooth distribution, the Minister personally handed over the cards to the Regional Director
for onward submission to the Districts. He also mobilized volunteers to assist the NIA with registrations
and made his personal pickup vehicle available to support the transportation of the cards to the districts.
From next week,Wednesday,26th March 2025,individuals can visit their respective NIA District Offices to
collect their Ghana Cards.
Additionally, the NIA requested the Minister’s assistance in engaging the Information Services
Department (ISD) to disseminate information about the Ghana Card distribution process. Hon. Gunu
assured them of his full support in ensuring that residents are well-informed and able to access their
cards easily.
“This is part of the resetting agenda,” the Minister emphasized, encouraging all eligible residents to
take advantage of the opportunity to secure their Ghana Cards.