{
  "id": 19345201,
  "title": "NIA suspends date of birth changes on Ghana card until further notice",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/10/nia-suspends-date-of-birth-changes-on-ghana-card-until-further-notice",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-10T14:32:18.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Ghanaian Times",
    "slug": "ghanaian-times",
    "url": "https://ghanaiantimes.com.gh/nia-suspends-date-of-birth-changes-on-ghana-card-until-further-notice/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The National Identification Authority (NIA) has temporarily halted all requests for altering dates of birth on Ghana Cards in the country. This measure, effective from November 9, 2026, is set to remain in place until further notice. According to a statement released on the same day, the suspension follows a thorough evaluation of the age verification process, which highlighted the necessity for enhanced security measures. The NIA is currently consulting with prominent entities like the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) and the Births and Deaths Registry to refine the protocols governing such requests. Their aim is to establish a transparent, reliable, and uniform system for managing date of birth modifications. During this period, the NIA will not accept or process any new applications for date of birth changes across its offices nationwide. Moreover, requests currently under review will also be withdrawn from consideration. The Authority intends to inform the public upon the completion of these consultations and the issuance of the updated guidelines. They extend their apologies for any inconvenience caused and request the public's patience and support during this transitional phase.",
  "summary": "The National Identification Authority (NIA) has temporarily suspended all date of birth changes on the Ghana Card across the country. The suspension takes effect from Monday, November 9, 2026, and will remain in force until further notice. In a statement issued on Monday, the Authority said the decision followed a review of its date of … The post NIA suspends date of birth changes on Ghana card…",
  "key_points": [
    "NIA halts all Ghana Card date of birth change requests",
    "Suspension effective until further notice since November 9, 2026",
    "NIA consulting WAEC and Births and Deaths Registry for protocol updates"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}