NIN Registration: NIMC Begins Licensing Of Agents Across Nigeria

The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) said it will commence licensing of more agents for National Identification Number (NIN) enrollment across the country.

 Earlier this month, NIMC announced the revalidation of its third-party agent licensees. The commission said this was part of its commitment to ensure the highest standards of data security and compliance and was part of ongoing efforts to enhance the security, efficiency, and accuracy of the National Identity Management System(NIMC).

 Acting director-general of NIMC, Abisoye Coker-Odusote, stressed that, the revalidation process is mandatory for all current partners and is intended to ensure compliance with the latest standards and protocols. It noted that, the revalidation process will include a thorough review of the third-party organisation’s operations, technical infrastructure, and compliance with NIMC’s policies and guidelines. 

She said, “It is essential to demonstrate that your organisation continues to meet the required standards to effectively participate in the enrolment of Nigerian citizens, legal residents, and related services.

 “Key details of the revalidation process: Documentation: You are required to submit the following documents for revalidation: current business registration certificate, updated company profile. copy of the signed Memorandum of Understanding. Evidence of fees paid to acquire a license. Tax clearance certificate for the past three years. Evidence of compliance with NIMC’s technical specifications. Provide proof of training and capacity building for your staff involved in the identity enrollment process. Total NIN registered. LLCs should provide the list of sub-licensees registered under them.” 

Meanwhile, in a notice issued by the commission on Monday, NIMC is inviting organisations, including Limited Liability Companies (LLCs), startup companies, Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs), Civil Society Organizations (CSOs), and Non-Governmental Organisations(NGOs) with proven track records of successful performance in a similar capacity to indicate their interest in the provision of data collection and issuance of the NIN.

 The commission revealed that, the license to be issued comes in three categories with different eligibility requirements. It stated that the first category is the LLCs, which are incorporated companies with over two years post-incorporation and can operate at national, regional, state, and local government levels. 

The second category comprises SMEs, and startups comprise registered business names that operate as SMEs and can operate at regional, state, and local government levels, while the third category comprises CSOs and NGOs that are incorporated Trustees focused on specific groups with special needs and can operate within catchments and areas of their interest in the country.

While all applications are expected to be submitted physically to the NIMC head office in Abuja, the Commission said the expression of interest will close by November 14, 2023.