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The Nyaho Medical Centre in Accra has been instructed to submit a statement to the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) of the Ghana Police Service regarding the expiration of its data protection certificate. This directive stems from an enforcement operation carried out by the Data Protection Commission (DPC) on October 12, 2026, aimed at ensuring compliance with Ghana's data protection laws.

The healthcare facility has been highlighted by the Commission due to the expired certificate, and the investigation will delve into the circumstances leading to the lapse and assess whether the institution has fulfilled its regulatory duties. Given that healthcare entities manage sensitive personal data such as medical histories, diagnoses, contact information, and treatment records, adhering to robust data protection practices is crucial for preserving patient privacy.

The Data Protection Commission is tasked with overseeing adherence to Ghana's data protection framework, established by the Data Protection Act of 2012 (Act 843), which mandates organizations processing personal data to fulfill registration and data protection requirements. However, specifics about the details of the certificate's expiration, such as the duration it has been inactive, have not been made public.