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  1. Tinubu: Every Nigerian Must Be “Visible and Verifiable” with National ID

    Nigeria Tinubu: Every Nigerian Must Be “Visible and Verifiable” with National ID

    The Digest: President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to a Nigeria where every citizen’s identity is “secure, trusted, and recognized” across all platforms. Speaking at the 2025 National Day of Identity in Abuja, he emphasized the National Identity Number (NIN) as...
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  2. Nigerians’ Sensitive Data for Sale: NINs, BVNs, and Photos Exposed Online

    Nigeria Nigerians’ Sensitive Data for Sale: NINs, BVNs, and Photos Exposed Online

    The Digest: Despite billions invested in Nigeria’s national identity system, a rogue website has been selling Nigerians’ sensitive personal data, including NINs and BVNs, for as low as N560. Investigated exclusively by FIJ, the breach has exposed millions of citizens to serious security...
  3. Banks and Telcos Struggle with Ongoing NIN Verification Portal Downtime

    Nigeria Banks and Telcos Struggle with Ongoing NIN Verification Portal Downtime

    Banks and telecommunication companies across Nigeria are expressing severe frustration as the National Identity Number (NIN) verification portal continues to experience persistent downtime, hindering crucial services like account linking and SIM registration. NIN verification portal downtime...
  4. NIN Update Fees Increased: See What It Now Costs to Change Your Details

    Nigeria NIN Update Fees Increased: See What It Now Costs to Change Your Details

    The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has increased the cost of correcting the date of birth on the National Identification Number (NIN) system by 75%, sparking concern over affordability and accessibility. Correction of date of birth now costs ₦28,750, up from ₦16,340. Other...
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