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DC Kwame Kwakye Blog of Saturday, 21 February 2026
Source: KWAME KWAKYE
A private citizen, Mr. Myles David Abadoo, has submitted a proposal to the government calling for the establishment of a comprehensive policy framework to safeguard and facilitate the efficient retrieval of lost or misplaced Ghana Cards, passports, and National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) cards.
Mr. Abadoo emphasized that these national identification documents are essential instruments that identify every citizen and guarantee their access to various services across the country.
During a telephone conversation with DC Kwame Kwakye on GBC Radio Central in Cape Coast on Saturday, February 21, 2026, he expressed concern over the current practice where banks display missing IDs in their halls and radio stations broadcast announcements for their collection. He proposed the creation of a dedicated 24-hour hotline that would enable finders to report lost cards, prompting the relevant agency to retrieve the ID and contact the owner for collection upon payment of a token fee. “This initiative could generate revenue for the government while easing the burden on individuals who have lost their IDs,” he noted.
Under the proposed system, when a passport, NHIA card, or Ghana Card is found, the finder can call the dedicated number, and the call will be routed to the appropriate agency. The agency would then be responsible for collecting the card and, using the unique serial number and registration data on file, contact the owner for return.
Mr. Abadoo also identified a key reason for the frequent loss of IDs, particularly in banking halls: the practice of disbursing funds to customers before returning their identification documents. “Once a transaction is complete, IDs should be returned to the owner before releasing the funds. When the money is handed over first, customers often forget to retrieve their IDs,” he advised, urging bank tellers to adopt this procedural change.
In addition, he proposed that NHIA cards should remain functional upon renewal and be expanded to cover additional illnesses, a move that would significantly ease the health burden on the less privileged and demonstrate that Ghana is a genuinely caring nation.
Calling for nationwide support, Mr. Abadoo urged Ghanaians to evaluate his proposals based on national interest rather than partisan loyalty. “When a party assumes office, it serves the greater good of Ghana, transcending partisan lines. My proposals should be viewed in that context,” he affirmed.
In conclusion, Mr. Abadoo advised all Ghanaians to handle their national IDs with care, recognizing the vital role these documents play in daily life.
