The National Communications Authority (NCA) has unveiled new measures to tighten the SIM re-registration process, including the introduction of one-time password (OTP) verification to confirm user consent.
The move is part of a wider effort by the Ministry of Communications, Digital Technology and Innovation and the NCA to launch a nationwide SIM registration exercise aimed at curbing fraud and the misuse of personal identities.
Under the updated system, individuals will need to authorize the registration of any additional SIM cards linked to their ID through an OTP sent directly to them. This measure is expected to prevent unauthorized use of personal information, a challenge that has plagued previous registration drives.
Authorities say the new system will enhance transparency and accountability, ensuring that every registration is explicitly approved by the rightful owner of the identification document. It will also help combat cases where SIM cards are used for criminal activities without the owner’s knowledge.
The NCA has urged the public to remain vigilant and safeguard personal data as preparations for the exercise ramp up.
Speaking on TV3 Ghana on Sunday, March 22, 2026, NCA Director-General Edmund Yirenkyi Fianko emphasized that individuals should never use their IDs to register SIM cards for others.
“With the new system, you will receive an OTP for every registration. By using it, you are confirming that you have approved the registration. Do not allow others to use your card to register numbers,” he warned.