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Identity Verification Boosted as NCRA, SLRSA Forge Partnership

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A Groundbreaking Move to Enhance Reliability of Identity Verification

FREETOWN - In a significant step towards bolstering the reliability of identity verification across various sectors in Sierra Leone, the National Civil Registration Authority (NCRA) has collaborated with the Sierra Leone Roads Safety Authority (SLRSA). This partnership, finalized on October 26, 2023, aims to ensure that every Sierra Leonean possesses a unique identification with consistent information accessible across all institutions.

The Partnership: Ensuring Consistent Identity Verification

The collaboration grants SLRSA authorized access to NCRA’s identity verification platform, enabling them to authenticate and validate personal information of clients seeking services such as vehicle registration and driving license applications. Mohamed Mubashir Massaquoi, Director General of the NCRA, emphasized that the integration system has been tested alongside technical teams from both institutions over the past months.

Benefits of the Partnership

  • Curbing corruption and malpractice is imperative.
  • The National Identification Number (NIN) serves as a statutory requirement and exclusive identifier that remains unique even in cases of an individual’s demise.
  • Resolves the persistent issue of data replication.
  • Facilitates seamless and secure personal transactions within the country, enhancing the overall quality of life for all citizens.

Executive Director’s Remarks

Rev. Smart K. Senessie, Executive Director of SLRSA, hailed the integration of their system with NCRA’s database as a significant step in improving service delivery.

  • “This partnership will minimize errors by requiring individuals to provide their national identification number for registration.”
  • The integration is expected to reduce processing time and ensure accurate documentation for services such as driver’s license issuance and life card registration without delay or errors.

A Crucial Milestone in Sierra Leone’s Journey

The collaboration marks a crucial milestone in Sierra Leone’s journey towards robust and responsible identity management, with the government committed to transparency and efficiency in its endeavors to foster a secure environment for all citizens.