NIMC migrates NIN modification to portal, closes operation at physical centres

The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) said it would no longer allow data modification activity at any of its National Identification Number (NIN) enrollment centres nationwide.

NIMC in a notice, yesterday, explained that all NIN holders who want to modify their data should use the NIMC self-service modification portal.

While the self-service portal had been launched long before now, people were still able to visit enrollment centres to modify their data, damning long queues and long waiting times to get it done.

NIMC, which notified the public via its X handle, 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 stated.

NIMC highlighted the benefits of the self-service modification to include convenience and the ability to update information anywhere, anytime.

“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.

It must be noted that users’ experiences on the portal before now have not been fantastic with several complaints.

According to them, one major problem using the app is getting OTP to proceed.

There are also complaints of rejection of applications, especially by those who want to do modifications.

Meanwhile, to the NIMC modification portal, the enrollee needs to go to the NIMC self-service modification website at https://selfservicemodification.nimc.gov.ng.

Start by verifying your NIN and logging into the portal.

The person is also expected to navigate to the dashboard and from this menu, select the “NIN Modification” option, which will allow you to make changes to your personal information.

“Make the necessary payment through Paystack. If you are modifying your date of birth, you will be required to enter your NPC certificate number and validate it.

“The date of birth will auto-fill and cannot be edited. If you do not have your birth certificate, you can perform an online birth attestation at http://www.nationalpopulation.org.ng.

“Upload your NPC certificate along with any required supporting documents.

“Review your modification request and submit it after checking the attestation box.”

From the processes, a modification transaction slip will be generated instantly.

Upon approval, “you will receive a notification, and your updated NIN slip will be sent to your email. You can also print the slip directly from your dashboard.”