NIMC Detains Unauthorized National Identity Number Collectors in Anambra, Cautions Against Money-For-NIN Scams
National Identity Management Commission (NIMC), in collaboration wit The Department of State Services (DSS) and the Nigeria Police Force (NPF), has detained individuals engaged in the illegal collection of National Identification Numbers (NINs) from residents in Anambra The apprehended suspects are currently being interrogated and will face prosecution under the law, the agency said.
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“At no time should NIN holders give out their NINs for monetary compensation. This is against the laws of the Federation,” stated the NIMC.
The Commission, in a statement signed by Kayode Adegoke, Head of the Corporate Communications Unit, and dated April 9, 2025, emphasised that these activities violate the NIMC Act No 23, 2007, the Data Protection Act, and the Cyber Crime Act.
NIMC urged Anambra residents and Nigerians across the country to avoid sharing their NINs with unauthorised individuals or organisations, as neither the Federal Government nor NIMC has endorsed such practices.
The Commission warned that anyone caught participating in these fraudulent activities will face serious legal consequences.
“The Commission had earlier issued a statement warning Nigerians against sharing their NIN or Data with anyone or on any fictitious sites,” NIMC reiterated. “The NIN can only be used by the holders to access government or private sector services, and it must be verified.”
NIMC also thanked security agencies for their ongoing support in maintaining the integrity of the NIN enrolment process.
