Frequently Asked Questions
The NIMC (pronounced as “Neem-See”) is the primary legal institution in Nigeria mandated by law to institutionalize identity management system and regulate the identity sector. (NIMC Act 2007; Sections 1, 2, 5 and 6
The NIMC Mandate comprisis of the following:
➢ To operate and manage the National Identity Management System (NIMS).➢ Carry out enrolment of citizens and legal residents and issue a unique National Identification Number (NIN).
➢ After enrolment, issue a National e-ID Card which is also called a Smart General Multi-Purpose Card (GMPC).
➢ Manage the National Identity Database (NIDB).
➢ Harmonize and integrate all databases in the country into one centralized identity (The NIMC database).
➢ Verification and authentication of citizens’ identity via the platform to be provided by NIMC
What is National Identity Management System (NIMS)?
National Identity Management System (NIMS) is the infrastructure that is responsible for the management of the NIMC mandate.
1. Uniquely Identifying Individuals
2. It provides a platform where no one is excluded socially or financially
3. Transforms the delivery of social welfare programs, especially those cut off from such benefits.
4. It enables people to claim their entitlement
5. It helps to eliminate duplicate identity
6. It helps to eliminate fraud
7. Reduces cost of resources as infrastructures are shared
The National Identification Number-NIN (pronounced as “Neen”) is a unique number issued to a successful enrolled individual This number is randomly generated and it is issued for life.
The NIN is used to tie all records about an individual into the National Identity Database and is also used as a valid means of establishing or verifying individual identity..
Upon successful enrolment, a transaction Slip is issued. Applicant is informed when to come for collection of his/her NIN. Applicants in the diaspora get their NIN immediately
Who should register and get a NIN?
All citizens and legal residents of Nigeria are eligible to enroll for their National Identification Number (NIN).
No. You do not need to enroll again. There are two steps to take:
a. Go to the nearest TASONEDHUB LLC ENROLLMENT CENTER and supply your phone number, DOB or fingerprints and your NIN will be given to you:
1. Those in Nigeria can retrieve their NIN using a USSD code *346# (Available on all Networks and cost N20).
2. Retrieval, with the phone number given/supplied at initial enrollment.
3. Search, with any phone number while providing your Key Information.
I have lost my NIN slip, how can I obtain another one?
Applicant will pay a token (see https://www.nimc.gov.ng/docs/diasporaEnrolmentFactS.pdf page 11 for details and applicable fees) Once payment is confirmed, your slip will be re-issued and printed.