Accra, March 20, – Alhaji Mohammed Baba Jamal, Member of Parliament for Ayawaso East, has voiced concern over reports that some residents of Zongo communities are being denied access to national identification documents.
He attributed the situation to perceptions that individuals from such communities are foreigners, often based on their names or ethnic origins.
Speaking to journalists in Parliament, the MP said the practice, if left unchecked, could undermine citizens’ rights and deepen social divisions.
According to him, long-established communities such as Nima are home to generations of Ghanaians from diverse ethnic backgrounds, and should not be subjected to such discrimination.
“People from Zongo communities are sometimes wrongly treated as non-citizens, and this has resulted in some being denied national ID cards, passports, and other essential documents,” he stated.
Alhaji Baba Jamal stressed that access to identification documents was a fundamental right and urged authorities to ensure fairness and inclusivity in the issuance process.
He warned that denying legitimate citizens such services could create tension and weaken national cohesion.
Touching on national unity, the MP commended President John Dramani Mahama for introducing an additional public holiday for Muslims during Eid-ul-Fitr, describing the move as a step toward inclusiveness.
He explained that the decision helped address differences in the duration of fasting among Muslims, allowing all to celebrate the festival without difficulty.
The MP also highlighted Ghana’s tradition of peaceful coexistence between Muslims and Christians, noting that the mutual support during religious celebrations remained a key strength of the nation.
GHBUSS
20 March 2026
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