NIMC warns against unauthorized NIN modifications, urges Nigerians to use official portal

The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has issued a strong warning to Nigerians regarding the modification of their National Identification Number (NIN) data, emphasizing that all updates must be carried out exclusively through the official NIMC self-service portal: selfservice modification.nimc.gov.ng.

In a statement released by the Commission, NIMC stressed the importance of ensuring the security and integrity of NIN data, cautioning citizens against using unauthorized websites or third-party services for modifications.

The Commission warned that attempting to alter personal information on unofficial platforms could expose individuals to identity theft and other forms of cyber fraud.

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“To safeguard the security of your NIN data, all modifications should only be done through the official NIMC self-service portal. Using unauthorized websites may compromise your personal details and put you at risk of identity theft,” the statement read.

NIMC further reassured Nigerians that the self-service portal provides a secure and convenient way to update personal information from anywhere, at any time.

The Commission urged the public to remain vigilant and only use approved channels for any NIN-related transactions.

For more information and secure NIN modifications, Nigerians are advised to visit the official NIMC portal.