The Upper East Regional Registrar for the Births and Deaths Registry, John Yalmon Badengbanoya, has issued a warning to staff and volunteers regarding the misuse of office tablets designated for mobile app-based registration.
He cautioned against using these tablets for personal activities such as taking pictures or other unofficial tasks, stressing that such practices compromise the integrity of the devices.
Speaking during a practical workshop aimed at improving the skills of officials and volunteers in using the mobile app for data registration, Badengbanoya revealed that some individuals were found using the tablets for personal matters.
“I don’t want to mention names, but I’ve seen pictures from churches, mosques, and other casual activities on the tablets. This is unacceptable, and we are taking steps to minimize it,” he said.
He acknowledged that the temptation to misuse the tablets stems from their advanced capabilities, often superior to personal phones. However, he emphasized that the tablets are strictly tools for work and should not be used for recreational purposes.
The Registrar also recounted instances where damaged tablets were brought in for repair, revealing that some had been mishandled by staff or even used by their children. He warned that the misuse of these devices would not be tolerated and urged all users to take responsibility for maintaining them in good condition.
“These tablets are critical tools for our work, and mishandling them is unacceptable,” he added.
The workshop, organized to address common challenges, particularly the difficulty in accurately inputting and uploading data gathered manually, sought to improve overall efficiency in the registration process.
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