The National Identification Authority (NIA) has dismissed reports claiming that the Ghana Card can now be used for financial transactions, describing them as inaccurate and misleading.

In a statement signed by the Head of Corporate Affairs, Williams Ampomah Emmanuel Darlas, the Authority clarified that the Ghana Card has not been activated for such purposes.

The NIA urged the public to disregard the reports and rely solely on official communications from the Authority.

It acknowledged that discussions are ongoing among policymakers, financial institutions, and regulators regarding the potential future use of the Ghana Card within the banking and payments system.

However, the Authority stressed that these deliberations remain inconclusive as of April 8, 2026.

The NIA assured the public that any decision on rolling out financial transaction capabilities will be formally communicated through its official channels, reaffirming its commitment to the security and integrity of the national identification system.

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