How to Verify Your NIN and Access NIMC Services in Nigeria (2025 Update) After Nationwide System Restoration
ABUJA — The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has officially resumed National Identification Number (NIN) verification services across Nigeria, following the successful completion of its system maintenance. This update is crucial for 2025 as millions of Nigerians rely on NIN for banking, telecom, and government-related verifications.
In a public statement issued on Friday to Vanguard, the Commission confirmed that all previously disrupted services are now back online.
“NIMC wishes to inform the public that the recent technical maintenance has concluded, and all services are now operational,” the statement reads.
How to Verify or Enrol for Your NIN in 2025:
- Visit the NIMC Official Website:
Go to www.nimc.gov.ng to find the nearest NIN enrolment centre near you. - Use the NIMC Self-Service Portal:
Access the self-service portal for quick updates such as name corrections, date of birth adjustments, or other personal data modifications. - Download the NIMC NameAuth App (Oath.App):
For seamless NIN verification and authentication, download the NameAuth app from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store. This is especially useful for online services and identity validation. - Stay Updated via NIMC Channels:
Keep tabs on any new changes or alerts via NIMC’s website or official social media handles.
Why This Matters:
The week-long service disruption affected critical sectors like banks, telecom operators, and government agencies, all of which depend heavily on NIN verification for operations.
NIMC has extended its gratitude to the public for their patience and cooperation during the downtime, assuring Nigerians of its commitment to a smoother identity management system in 2025.
