It is issued by the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) after you enroll for the National Identity Database (NIDB). The NIN is used to verify and authenticate your identity in various transactions and services, such as banking, taxation, health care, education, and travel.
The National Identification Number (NIN) is a unique 11-digit number that identifies you as a citizen or legal resident of Nigeria.
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has directed all telecommunication operators in the country to link their subscribers’ NINs to their phone numbers.
