THE GHANA Revenue Authority (GRA) has officially responded to claims by the National Identification Authority (NIA) that it has been disconnected from the Identity Verification Platform (IVS) due to unpaid debts.
In a statement released Tuesday, GRA expressed surprise at NIA’s public assertions and clarified that while there may be a “legacy debt” predating 2025, the transaction in question lacks the necessary regulatory and governance approvals required under current standards.
According to GRA, its internal review has revealed that the debt NIA claims was never supported by the proper documentation or official agreements, making it non-enforceable under the Authority’s transparency and governance protocols.
GRA explained that it cannot act on financial claims that do not meet legal and regulatory standards, especially under the government’s new vision for accountability and proper governance.
The tax agency also pointed out that the NIA has, for several years, operated freely from GRA premises across the country; registering and issuing Ghana Cards without paying rent or utilities.
GRA says it remains open to dialogue. “There are high-level discussions ongoing to resolve the matter, especially as GRA has identified procedural breaches and cannot affirm the existence of a formal service agreement,” the statement added.
Emphasising the importance of inter-agency cooperation, GRA reiterated its commitment to integrating the Ghana Card into the national tax system and ensuring continued public service delivery.
GRA assured taxpayers that its core values of integrity, fairness, service, and teamwork remain at the heart of its operations.
Sourcs: Nationaltymes.com
