August 3, 2025

NIN

General

NIMC Cautions Nigerians Against Selling NIN and Personal Data for Quick Cash

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

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General

The Nigerian Government Wants to Link Your Loans to Your NIN- What This Means for You

The Federal Government has announced a big new plan. It will connect people’s loan history (how they borrow and repay money) to their National Identification Number, also known as NIN. This means your NIN will now be used to track if you are paying back your loans. The head of the Nigerian Consumer Credit Corporation,

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General

Five Months On, NIN Registration Yet to Kick Off in Nigeria’s 256 Correctional Facilities

Despite receiving formal approval from the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) in January 2025, the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) is yet to commence the registration of inmates for the National Identification Number (NIN) across the nation’s 256 custodial centres. The initiative, which was designed to integrate inmates into national development databases and enhance facility security,

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Politics

Lagos State Government Initiates Integration of Social Register with National Identification Number (NIN)

The Lagos State Government has embarked on a significant initiative to enhance the effectiveness of its social protection programs by integrating the State Single Social Register with individuals’ National Identification Numbers (NIN). This move aims to boost the accuracy and efficiency of targeting mechanisms, ensuring that support reaches the most vulnerable residents in the state.

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General

NIMC Issues Strong Warning Against Unauthorized NIN Data Modification –

The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has issued a stern warning to Nigerians regarding the modification of their National Identification Number (NIN) data. The commission is emphasizing that all NIN data modifications must be conducted exclusively through its official self-service portal. Key points of the NIMC’s advisory include: Official Portal Mandated:NIMC has stated that the

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