National Service Authority Plans Allowance Increase for Service Personnel, Announces New Registration Date

Gespages October 8, 2025

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The National Service Authority (NSA) has revealed plans to increase the monthly allowances for National Service personnel across Ghana, offering a glimmer of hope to thousands of young graduates currently navigating economic hardships.

At present, National Service personnel receive a monthly allowance of approximately GH¢715. However, according to the Acting Director-General of the NSA, Ruth Dela Seddoh, consultations are at an advanced stage to finalise a new rate that reflects the economic realities faced by service personnel.

Speaking to journalists in Accra, Ms. Seddoh refrained from disclosing the exact percentage of the proposed increase but emphasized that the adjustment would be significant enough to ease the financial burden on service members.

“It is something that the President has expressed his interest in,” she noted. “But we all know the situation we find ourselves in, and so we don’t want to press him too hard. Let’s be hopeful. I don’t want to go ahead of the Minister, but I can assure you that we have had very good talks and we are hopeful that there will be some increment.”

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While the timing of the implementation remains unclear, the assurance of a potential increase has been welcomed by many, especially amidst rising costs of living and inflationary pressures.

New Registration Date and Platform Rollout

In a related development, the NSA has announced that online registration for the 2025/2026 National Service year will officially begin on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, and will close on Wednesday, October 15, 2025.

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This new registration window comes after the Authority declared all prior registrations conducted in June 2025 as null and void. The decision follows a Technical and Forensic Audit of the previous Central Service Management Platform (CSMP), which revealed critical flaws and data integrity issues, including age discrepancies and security vulnerabilities.

Acting on a directive from President John Dramani Mahama, the NSA has since developed and is preparing to deploy a new and robust digital platform aimed at enhancing transparency, security, and real-time verification.

In an official statement, the NSA explained, “All prospective personnel must re-register using the new system. The earlier records cannot be used due to the integrity issues uncovered during the audit.”

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The new platform is expected to provide a more streamlined and secure experience for registrants, while also improving data management and reducing incidences of fraud.

Looking Ahead

As discussions continue regarding the allowance increment and the new digital rollout, the NSA has urged all prospective service personnel to stay informed and comply with the revised registration guidelines. The Authority also emphasized its commitment to improving service delivery and protecting the welfare of personnel across the country.

With both the promise of increased allowances and a renewed focus on system integrity, the NSA appears poised to usher in a more transparent and supportive era for National Service in Ghana.