The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has cautioned Nigerians to modify their National Identification Number (NIN) details only through its official self-service portal.
The warning was intended to protect the integrity and security of the data.
The caution note was sent on Monday to safeguard data security and integrity, according to a statement signed by NIMC’s Head of Corporate Communications.
Nigerians were reassured by the agency that the self-service platform is safe, dependable, and offers users the flexibility to update their data from any location.
The commission emphasized that NIN modifications should only be done on SelfserviceModification.nimc.gov.ng, warning the public against using 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.”
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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 unauthorised websites, as this may compromise your personal information and put you at risk of identity theft,” the statement read.
According to NIMC, while highlighted the advantages of the new portal said that the site guarantees data integrity and enables Nigerians to update their information without going to an enrolment centre.
“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
