Benefits of Having a NINCard - NIN Card Benefits

Plastic NIN Card vs Standard NIN Slip (laminated): Which is Better?

The National Identification Number (NIN) serves as an essential identifier for every Nigerian citizen and resident, playing a pivotal role in daily transactions and official verifications. As improved NIN slips gain importance, many Nigerians (home and abroad) face a choice: should they stick with the Standard NIN Slip (Laminated) or upgrade to the NIN Plastic […]

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All You Need to Know About NIN in Nigeria

On May 25, 2007, Nigeria’s National Assembly enacted the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) Act, 2007 (ACT No. 23). This led to the creation of NIMC in 2010, with the mandate to establish, manage, and maintain the National Identity Database (NIDB). Under this mandate, NIMC assigns a National Identification Number (NIN) to eligible individuals, helping