Tag: National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA)

Lands Minister Judith Nabakooba Commends Government’s commitment in fostering women empowerment

The minister of lands Judith Nabakooba, and chief guest at Kassanda District's belated Women's Day celebration, praised the government for its commitment to advancing gender equality through affirmative action, which she said has empowered marginalized women. Speaking...

Minister Abiga Applauds President Museveni’s efforts in resettlement of war returnees in West Nile

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As preparations for the West Nile Peace Day gain momentum, the State Minister for Urban Development and Member of Parliament for Terego East, Kania Mario Abiga, has praised President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni for his pivotal role...

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NIRA to Launch National ID Mass Renewal and Enrollment...

In a move to ensure a smooth transition into the mass renewal and enrollment of National Identification Cards (IDs),...

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EC Addresses Challenges in Voter Registration Exercise

The Electoral Commission (EC) has resolved long-standing challenges identified in the initial days of the ongoing voter registration update...

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National IDs’ Expiry Renewal Pushed for One more Year—Internal...

"Citizens should know that having an expired national ID does not mean expiry of citizenship. Secondly, the cabinet minister issued a statement for the extension of the renewal of national IDs for one more year. Citizens should also know that the National Identification Number (NIN) is permanent and can be used anywhere."

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Museveni Commends CDF, Defense Ministry for Honoring the Late...

President Yoweri Museveni has expressed his appreciation for the Chief of Defence Forces, Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, and the Ministry of Defence and Veteran Affairs for their efforts in honoring the late Gen. Aronda Nyakairima.

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Govt Extends Validity of 15.8 Million National IDs

The government has announced a one-year extension for approximately 15.8 million national IDs, set to expire between August 2024 and December 2025.

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NIRA Set to Register Children Born during LRA Captivity...

NIRA's standard registration process requires a child to present parental identification. However, in this situation, many parents were killed during the conflict, and others have no official IDs themselves.

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