Confirming the development, Dr. Kayode Adegoke, head, Corporate Communications Unit at NIMC, said that upon receiving the information on the activities of the unscrupulous individuals, NIMC, in conjunction with the Department of State Services (DSS) and the Nigeria Police Force (NPF), swiftly arrested the culprits behind the illegal collection of the NIN.

“They are currently being interrogated and would be made to face the full wrath of the law.

“The Commission, therefore, advises Anambra State residents and Nigerians to avoid submitting their NINs to unauthorized individuals, organizations, or platforms, as the Federal Government and NIMC have not authorized this. Anyone caught will be sanctioned appropriately.

“At no time should NIN holders give out their NINs for monetary compensation. This is against the laws of the Federation. Anyone caught will be dealt with appropriately”.

The Commission had earlier issued a statement warning Nigerians against sharing their NIN or Data with anyone or on any fictitious sites. The NIN can only be used by the holders to access government or private sector services, and it must be verified.

Adegoke added that the Commission has taken necessary measures to curb the activities of these unscrupulous individuals.

“The general public is hereby advised to reach out to the Commission whenever they notice the indiscriminate collection of NIN via: nimccustomercare@nimc.gov.ng; 07002255646; 01923000010

“NIMC wishes to thank all security agencies for their support towards the credibility and success of the NIN enrolment project”, Adegoke added.

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This partnership is aligned with the Renewed Hope Mandate of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, and seeks to integrate the National Identification Number (NIN) registration process into the programme.

Revealed in a statement signed by Dr. Kayode Adegoke, head of Corporate Communications at NIMC, the partnership aims to “ensure that every school child is enrolled and assigned a National Identification Number (NIN).”

This move, as noted, is designed to promote inclusive access to the school feeding programme, enhance transparency, and promote accountability.

Engr. Abisoye Coker-Odusote, the director-general and CEO of NIMC, will work closely with Princess Aderemi Adebowale, the National Programme Manager of the Renewed Hope NHGSF initiative, to ensure the programme’s seamless implementation. 

The statement reiterated the importance of this partnership, describing it as “a pivotal step toward ensuring the effective implementation of the school feeding initiative of the Federal Government of Nigeria.”

Dr. Kayode Adegoke also noted: “By integrating the NIN registration process into the school feeding program, the partnership underscores the Federal Government’s commitment to improving educational and nutritional outcomes for children while advancing the Digital Public Infrastructure in Nigeria.”

The initiative is expected to greatly boost sustainable development and equitable access to essential services for children. It aligns with NIMC’s mission of leveraging its expertise in identity management to support nationwide development efforts.

The statement further emphasised: “The NIMC remains dedicated to leveraging its expertise in identity management to drive sustainable development and equitable access to essential services for all Nigerians.”

This collaboration will ensure the government’s focus on improving education and nutrition, as well as strengthening the country’s digital infrastructure through the implementation of NIN among school-aged children is achieved without limitations.

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