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Meet The Members of the National Identification and Registration Authority

Strategic direction and oversight are provided by a nine-member board appointed by the Prime Minister. This governing body works to ensure the Authority operates in alignment with national priorities and legislative requirements.

Custos Conrad Pitkin, CD, JP

Chairman

Mr. Christopher Reckord, JP

Deputy Chairman

Ms. Georgia Hamilton

Board Member

Mr. Alok Jain, CD

Board Member

Mrs. Maria Thompson Walters, OD

Board Member

Mrs. Shereika Hemmings Allison, JP

Board Member

Mr. Emil Holgate, JP

Board Member

Reverend Newton Dixon

Board Member

Mr. Kenrick Steele

Board Member

Why NIRA Matters

The National Identification and Registration Authority is not just about identification – it is about empowerment, trust, and opportunity for every Jamaican.