The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has urged Nigerians to update their National Identification Number (NIN) details exclusively through its official self-service portal.
In a statement released on Monday by the Head of Corporate Communications, the agency emphasized that the advisory is aimed at safeguarding data security and maintaining integrity.
NIMC reassured the public of the portal’s reliability and convenience, allowing users to update their information securely from any location.
The commission further stressed that all NIN modifications must be carried out via SelfserviceModification.nimc.gov.ng, cautioning against the use of unauthorized websites.
It noted “The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) wishes to state that in order to ensure the security and integrity of your National Identification Number (NIN) data, modifications can only be done on the official NIMC self-service portal: Selfservicemodification.nimc.gov.ng.”
It cautioned Nigerians against attempting to modify their NIN data on third-party platforms, stressing that such actions could expose personal information to fraudsters.
“Do not attempt to modify your NIN data on any unauthorized websites, as this may compromise your personal information and put you at risk of identity theft,” the statement read.
Highlighting the benefits of the new portal, NIMC noted that the platform ensures data integrity while allowing Nigerians to modify their details without visiting an enrollment center.
“By using the official NIMC self-service portal, you can be rest assured that your data is secure and protected. You’ll also enjoy the convenience of updating your information from anywhere, at any time,” the commission stated.