The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has set September 14 as the final deadline for Nigerians to link their Subscriber Identification Modules (SIMs) with National Identity Numbers (NINs). According to the NCC, a total of 153 million SIMs have now been linked to NINs, reflecting a significant compliance rate of 96 percent, up from 69.7 percent … Read more
NIMC collaborates with CBN and NIBSS to introduce new National Identity Card with payment and social service features. Card aims to provide physical ID, access to government services, and financial inclusion. Eligibility requires NIN registration; features include debit/prepaid functionality, data protection, and offline capability. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC), on … Read more
The Nigerian Government has announced that citizens can now request debit cards from their commercial banks that also serve as national identity cards. This initiative was approved by the Federal Executive Council and aims to address the demand for physical identity cards. The banks will print the cards in partnership with the National Identity Management … Read more