Gambia's Interior Minister praises Margins ID Group's capabilities during National ID project visit
Gambia's Minister for the Interior, Abdoulie Sanyang, has led a delegation of senior government officials on a two-day visit to Margins ID Group's manufacturing facilities in Ghana.
The February 2 to 4, 2026, visit was a significant milestone in the implementation of The Gambia’s National Identification Project, showcasing the innovative capabilities of Margins ID Group — a Ghanaian-owned technology leader with over 35 years of expertise in delivering secure identity solutions across Africa.
The engagement was part of the active phase of a public–private partnership between The Gambian government and Margins ID Group.
The collaboration is aimed at establishing a comprehensive, fully integrated biometric National Identification Ecosystem, tailored to meet the specific needs of The Gambia.
The Gambian delegation included key figures such as Permanent Secretary, Mr Matar Ceesay, and representatives from the Immigration and Police Departments.
During the visit, the delegation toured Margins ID Group’s subsidiaries, including Margins ID Systems Applications Limited (MIDSA) and Intelligent Card Production Systems (ICPS).
They witnessed firsthand the group's end-to-end capabilities, from software development to biometric enrollment and secure card production.
This demonstration underscored Margins ID Group’s role as a “one-stop shop” for identity solutions, capable of delivering integrated services that are essential for building resilient national identification systems.
The Founder and CEO of Margins ID Group, Moses Baiden Jnr, emphasised the importance of this collaboration, describing it as a stepping stone toward “African-to-African and sub-regional level cooperation.”
The Gambian National ID, modeled on Ghana’s successful system, is set to be a smart card that aligns with the demands of the digital age, ultimately recognised across all ECOWAS states.
The strategic relationship does not only facilitates technological advancement, but also highlights a shared commitment to enhancing public service delivery through secure identity systems.
For his part, Mr Abdoulie Sanyang, expressed confidence in the robust technical infrastructure of Margins ID Group, particularly its advanced verification systems and interoperable databases designed for cross-sector utility.
Reflecting on the contract signed on January 19, 2026, he underscored the importance of sustainable identity solutions, which differentiated Margins ID Group as a comprehensive provider that covers every aspect of identity management.
The delegation also interacted with key public institutions in Ghana, including the National Identification Authority (NIA) and the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA), which provided invaluable insights.
The Executive Secretary of NIA, Wisdom Yayra Deku, shared lessons from Ghana's ID journey, emphasising the role of strong legal frameworks and citizen engagement in ensuring project sustainability.
The conclusion of this visit marks a pivotal step in the implementation of The Gambia’s National Identification Project, confirming both institutional alignment and technical readiness.
