The National Identity Management Commission has warned against the unauthorized printing of National Identification Number (NIN) cards by individuals, cyber cafes, and other organisations nationwide. The commission issue a public warning against using these services, stressing that only the official General Multi-Purpose Card is recognized by law.
In a statement released on Monday, signed by Dr. Kayode Adegoke, Head of Corporate Communications, the commission emphasized that printing NIN cards without authorization is a direct violation of the NIMC Act No. 23 of 2007
The commission stated that security agencies have been directed to penalize offender should they be caught.
The statement read “The Commission has not authorized any individual or organization to print any NIN card as a replacement for the official NIMC General Multi-Purpose Card. This act is illegal and punishable under the law,”
The commission further urged Nigerians to desist from the use of unauthorized NIN cards identification purposes stressing that only the official NIN slip is recognised by law.
“The so-called NIN card being printed by some cyber cafés and individuals is not authorised by NIMC. On no account should it be presented as a means of identification,”
“Anyone caught printing, selling, or issuing fake NIN cards will be made to face the full wrath of the law,” Adegoke added.
The commission disclosed that it has finalized plans to introduce an improved General Multi-Purpose Card (GMPC), as part of its plans to satisfy the public need for a physical means of identification.
According to the commission, the card will serve as both identification and a payment card, courtesy of AfriGO, a local payment solution. Meanwhile, the commission has advised Nigerians to report any cases of unauthorized NIN card printing and to seek clarification through the commission’s official channels.
“For any inquiries, the public can reach NIMC via 07002255646, 0815505388, or email nimccustomercare@nimc.gov.ng and ieu@nimc.gov.ng. We are also available on all social media platforms,” the commission stated.
The commission reassured Nigerians of its commitment to prioritize integrity and ensuring that only recognized means of identification are used across the country .
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