The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has announced that it will no longer allow data modification at any of its National Identification Number (NIN) enrollment centres located across Nigeria.
The Federal identity agency, which announced this on Wednesday, has directed all NIN holders that want to modify their data to use the NIMC self-service modification portal.
NIMC: New policy to streamline data updates
NIMC said that the switch was part of its effort to improve the National Identity Management System by leveraging digital tools. “Modification activities will no longer be conducted in our enrollment centers. Instead, we have launched a convenient self-service modification portal, empowering you to update your information securely and efficiently online,” the identity agency said on its official account on social media platform, X.
Benefits of NIMC self-service portal
NIMC emphasized the advantages of the self-service portal, including the ability to update personal data from any location at any time. The portal, the agency said, was designed to enhance security by offering a secure online platform for data modification and also allows for faster approval of changes.
“No more long queues and waiting periods. It enhances the security of data because it is a secure online platform. And for it decreases, efficiency, faster, and approval,” NIMC said.
NIN: How to use the NIMC self-service portal
To modify personal data via the self-service portal, users can follow these steps:
Visit the NIMC self-service modification website at https://selfservicemodification.nimc.gov.ng.
Verify your NIN and log into the portal.
Navigate to the “NIN Modification” option on the dashboard to make changes.
Make the necessary payment.
If modifying your date of birth, enter and validate your National Population Commission (NPC) certificate number.
Upload the required supporting documents.
Review and submit your modification request.
Upon approval, users will receive a notification, and their updated
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