The National Identity Management Commission has announced that it will no longer permit data modification activities at its National Identification Number enrollment centres across Nigeria.
This decision, communicated in a notice on Wednesday, directs all NIN holders seeking to modify their data to utilize the NIMC’s self-service modification portal.
Although the self-service portal was launched previously, many individuals continued to visit enrollment centres, facing long queues and extended waiting times for data modifications.
The NIMC’s new policy aims to streamline the process and improve efficiency for users needing to update their information.
Announcing the new policy via a post on its X handle, the Commission said the new policy is part of its efforts to enhance the National Identity Management System.
“Modification activities will no longer be conducted in our enrollment centers. Instead, we have launched a convenient self-service modification portal, empowering you to update your information securely and efficiently online,” it said.
NIMC highlighted the benefits of its self-service modification portal, including the convenience it offers users and the ability to update their information anytime and anywhere.
“No more long queues and waiting periods. It enhances the security of data because it is a secure online platform. And for it decreases, efficiency, faster, and approval,” the Commission stated.
Despite the advantages of the NIMC self-service modification portal, some users have reported challenges in their experience.
A common issue is the difficulty in receiving the One-Time Password (OTP) needed to proceed with modifications.
Additionally, several users have expressed frustration after making payments on the platform, only to receive notifications that their applications were “rejected” without any alternative options for resolution.
Updating a date of birth on the platform costs N16,340 while changing a phone number or name costs around N1,522 each. The same fee applies to address changes.
To access the NIMC modification portal, visit the NIMC self-service portal at
NIMC self-service modification website at https://selfservicemodification.nimc.gov.ng.
