Some staff of the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) stationed at enrolment centres across Abuja have come under fire following fresh allegations that they are collecting illegal fees from applicants in exchange for tampering with date of birth entries on the National Identification Number (NIN) database. The development has sparked outrage among Nigerians, raising serious
Abuja, Nigeria | August 7, 2025 The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has implemented a stricter access control policy for users of its National Identification Number (NIN) self-service modification portal, in a move aimed at curbing identity fraud and strengthening data security. According to a statement released by the commission, the new policy introduces multiple
The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has issued a strong warning to Nigerians, urging them to resist the temptation of selling their National Identification Number (NIN) or any related personal data for monetary gains, no matter how small. This advisory follows disturbing reports that some individuals are being lured into parting with sensitive personal information
Abuja, July 9, 2025 — The Director-General and CEO of the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC), Engineer Dr. Abisoye Coker‑Odusote, welcomed Brigadier‑General Olakunle Oluseye Nafiu, Director‑General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), in Abuja on Monday for a courtesy meeting aimed at reinforcing existing collaboration and forging new partnerships between the agencies. Engr. Coker‑Odusote
July 5, 2025 | Abuja, Nigeria The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has marked two years of unprecedented achievements under the leadership of Engr. Dr. Abisoye Coker-Odusote, who assumed office in 2023. Her tenure has been widely hailed for bringing transformative reforms to Nigeria’s identity management system. A major milestone recorded is the successful registration
The Association of Licensed Telecommunications Operators of Nigeria (ALTON) has announced that SIM-related services across all mobile networks in the country will experience temporary disruptions. This interruption follows a directive from the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC), which requires telecom providers to transition to a new identity verification platform aimed at enhancing the security and
The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has initiated the enrolment of inmates across Nigeria’s correctional facilities, marking a major step toward ensuring that even those behind bars are included in the nation’s identity framework. Under a licence granted to the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS), approximately 60,000–80,000 inmates in 256 custodial centres will be registered for
Abuja — The management team of the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) is currently engaged in its 2025 retreat, aimed at setting strategic goals and reinforcing operational excellence for the year ahead. The ongoing retreat serves as a platform for senior officials to review past performance, identify challenges, and chart a clear path towards enhancing
In a landmark initiative aimed at driving national development and promoting good governance, the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC), the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC), and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) have entered into a strategic collaboration. This partnership focuses on improving identity management, streamlining business registration, and enhancing the integrity of democratic processes across
The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has issued a stern warning to Nigerians against the sale or disclosure of their National Identification Numbers (NINs) to unauthorised individuals or organisations, particularly in exchange for money. The Commission described the practice as not only illegal but a grave threat to personal data security and national integrity. This
