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Ghana’s National Identification Authority marks two decades of operation, with the Minister for the Interior, Hon. Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, declaring the Ghana Card a gateway to finance, healthcare, telecommunications, and public services for citizens. Speaking at the 20th Anniversary Launch in Accra on the theme “Reflecting on the Past, Securing the Future”, the Minister stated that the NIA had grown from a “conceptual initiative” in 2006 into a “resilient and sophisticated biometric identity ecosystem” that now underpins national security and economic participation. “When we began this journey, the road was fraught with uncertainty, resources were limited, and expectations were high....

The Resident Representative of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), H. E. Niloy Banerjee has led a delegation to pay a courtesy call on the Minister for the Interior, Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, to discuss areas of collaboration and Ghana’s efforts at maintaining peace and security. During the meeting, the UNDP delegation expressed interest in the strategic direction of the Ministry and commended Ghana for its strong peace architecture, policies and initiatives aimed at sustaining peace and stability in the country. The delegation noted that Ghana’s approach to peacebuilding continues to serve as a good example within the region and beyond....

The Minister for the Interior, Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, has commissioned utility vehicles for the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) aimed at strengthening mobility, improving emergency response, and enhancing the Service’s operational efficiency across the country. The commissioned logistics included two Toyota Hiace mini buses, four Nissan Navara pick-ups, one Toyota Camry saloon vehicle, procured by Government for the Service, and a and a Honda motorbike, which was donated to the GNFS. According to the Minister, the commissioning demonstrates Government’s commitment to strengthening the operational capacity of the Fire Service in its mandate to protect lives, property, and critical national infrastructure....

A delegation from Huawei, led by the President of Huawei Southern Africa Region, Hover Gao, has paid a courtesy call on the Minister for the Interior, Hon. Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, at the Ministry in Accra. The visit formed part of efforts to strengthen collaboration between the Government of Ghana and Huawei in the areas of digital transformation, technology and innovation in the country’s security architecture. Hon. Muntaka welcomed the delegation and acknowledged the important role technology continues to play in modern security management and the national security architecture. The Minister emphasised Government’s commitment to leveraging digital solutions to improve operational...

The Ambassador of Germany to Ghana, Frederik Landshöft, has reaffirmed the security and development partnership with Ghana. He made the remarks during a courtesy call on the Minister for the Interior, Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, to further strengthen bilateral cooperation in key areas of security and development. During the meeting, Ambassador Landshöft expressed appreciation for the strong collaboration between Ghana and Germany, describing the partnership as one of the most effective among Germany’s international engagements. The Ambassador referenced his recent visit to border areas in Ghana’s Northern Region, underscoring the importance of sustained cooperation in addressing emerging security challenges. He also...

The newly appointed Chinese Ambassador to Ghana, H.E. Cong Song, has paid a courtesy call on the Minister for the Interior, Hon. Muntaka Mohammed–Mubarak, reaffirming China’s commitment to deepening bilateral relations and strengthening cooperation with Ghana. During the meeting, the Ambassador described the Ministry of the Interior as a vital institution in Ghana’s governance and security architecture, emphasizing its central role in maintaining peace and stability. He noted that the Chinese Embassy remains committed to promoting strong diplomatic and economic relations between the two countries and stands ready to work closely with the Ministry to advance shared interests. Addressing...