The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has reaffirmed its commitment to building a robust and inclusive Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) ecosystem in Nigeria, positioning the National Identification Number (NIN) as the key enabler.
Speaking at a digital conference in Abuja themed “Building Africa’s Digital Foundations Together,” NIMC DG/CEO, Engr. Abisoye Coker-Odusote, represented by the Head of Infrastructure Technology and Identity Databases (IT/IDD), Mr. Sulaiman Falade, outlined the Commission’s strategic vision for driving digital governance through institutional collaboration, security upgrades, and inclusive identity systems.
“Central to the DPI transformation is the National Identification Number (NIN), which has become a critical enabler for digital authentication, identity verification, and access to government and private sector services,” Engr. Coker-Odusote.
According to a statement on Saturday by the NIMC’s Head, Corporate Communications, Kayode Adegoke, the DG noted that “In line with the Presidential Directive issued on April 5, 2024, Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) have been mandated to ensure the effective use of the NIN in driving policies related to data capture, identity verification, and biometric authentication across all digital services. NIMC has put in place structures to ensure effective implementation.”
Engr. Coker-Odusote further reinforced the Federal Government’s vision of establishing a unified, secure, and interoperable digital identity ecosystem that supports transparency, accountability, and seamless access to services.
She stated that as part of Nigeria’s broader DPI framework, the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) continues to play a leading role in enabling digital governance and supporting national development objectives. Through the integration of digital identity systems and the deployment of the National Public Key Infrastructure (nPKI), Nigeria is strengthening trust in digital transactions, protecting citizens’ data, and promoting secure online interactions.
The DG encouraged stakeholders across the public and private sectors to continue supporting the implementation of Nigeria’s digital identity ecosystem and related initiatives designed to improve service delivery outcomes for all Nigerians.
She reiterated that NIMC, as the driver of the DPI, remains committed to leveraging technology, innovation, and secure digital systems to build a more connected, efficient, and resilient nation.
