DG NIMC, Engr Abisoye Coker-Odusote.

The National Identity Management Commission NIMC has warned against illegal and indiscriminate printing of National Identity Number NIN, which it said violates NIMC Act no 23, 2007.  

The Commission noted some unscrupulous individuals, cyber cafes, and organisations indulge in unauthorised and indiscriminate printing of NIN cards and collecting exorbitant fees from unsuspecting members of the public, warning that anyone caught would be made to face the full wrath of the law.

According to a statement by the Head, Corporate Communications Department of the Commission, Dr. Kayode Adegoke, NIMC insists that it has not authorised anyone or organisation to print any card in place of the NIMC General Multi-Purpose Card, which it said violates the NIMC Act no 23, 2007.

The statement reads in part: “The attention of NIMC has been drawn to the indiscriminate printing of NIN cards by anauthorised persons and organisations. To this end, the general public and organisations are advised to stop printing any NIN cards against the authorised NIMC General Multi-Purpose Card GMPC. The so-called NIN card is not authorised by NIMC, and on no account should anyone present it as a means of identification.

“The security agencies have been notified of this nefarious activity and have been mandated to apprehend those involved. Anyone caught will be made to face the full wrath of the law.

“The Commission reiterates that the NIN slip is the only legal document authorized as a means of identification, and it must be verified upon presentation to access services.

“To meet the yearnings of the public, the Commission has finalized plans to launch the Improved GMPC, which is multifunctional and serves as a physical means of identification and payment. The card is powered by AfriGO, a local payment platform.

“For any inquiry on the above and other issues, NIMC can be reached at 07002255646, 0815505388; emails – nimccustomercare@nimc.gov.ng, ieu@nimc.gov.ng, and on all social media platforms.”