The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) plans to unveil new prices for its products and services, Techeconomy can report.
The Commission, in a statement signed by Dr. Kayode Adegoke, head, Corporate Communications Unit, confirmed that after a decade of maintaining the same pricing structure, NIMC has conducted a comprehensive review to ensure alignment with current operational costs and industry standards.
“The revised pricing structure aims to maintain the quality and integrity of NIMC’s services while ensuring affordability and accessibility for Nigerians. The new prices will take effect immediately”, he said.
Although the new prices for the Commission’s services and products have not been made public as at the time of this report, NIMC warned all Front-End Partners (FEPs) to adhere strictly to the new pricing structure. Any FEP found charging more than the approved rates will face sanctions, including license revocation.
“NIMC is committed to protecting the interests of Nigerians and ensuring that our services are delivered at fair and transparent prices.
Adegoke told Techeconomy that the new pricing structure will be published on NIMC’s website -www.nimc.gov.ng (where it will be accessible to all Nigerians and relevant stakeholders.
“NIMC reaffirms its commitment to providing secure and reliable identity services to Nigerians.
“We encourage the public to report any FEP charging above the approved rates to our inspectorate and enforcement unit via ieu@nimc.gov.ng or call 08155015388.
Meanwhile, Engr Abisoye Coker-Odusote, the NIMC DG/CEO, thanked Nigerians, sister agencies and all its partners for their steadfast support.
She, however, expresses her deep appreciation to President Tinubu, the Honourable Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, Harmonization partners, Management and staff of NIMC for their immeasurable support towards building a strong and lasting National Identity System.
