The National Service Scheme (NSS) has announced that its registration system will close on Friday, with half of this year’s deployed personnel yet to complete the registration process, according to Deputy Director-General for Operations, Fuseini Donkor.
Speaking on the AM Show, Donkor expressed concern over the low reporting rate, noting that repeated reminders have yielded limited compliance. He revealed that only 50% of the deployed personnel have officially registered, despite the system being capable of accommodating significantly more participants.
“By Friday, we are closing the system,” Donkor emphasised. “Today is Wednesday, and 50% of the personnel have not reported. Our system can handle even a million users, but registration must be completed.”
The Deputy Director-General criticised what he described as deliberate delays and attempts by some personnel to circumvent the official process. He explained that regional NSS offices have been underutilised due to the failure of many corps members to report, with some expecting to later change their postings by paying fees.
“The frustration they are giving to the system is becoming too much,” Donkor said. “Most of the regional offices are sitting idle because some individuals think, ‘I will bring money, I will change it for you.’ Please, by Friday, we are locking the system.”
He urged all remaining personnel to complete registration before the deadline, warning that no exceptions would be made after Friday. The NSS confirmed that further updates will be provided as the deadline approaches, highlighting the importance of adhering to official timelines to avoid complications with deployment and service obligations.
