The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has issued a directive mandating all mobile network operators to deactivate all SIM cards which are not duly registered with a valid National Identification Number (NIN) within the next two weeks.

The decision was the outcome of a meeting between the Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Dr Isa Ali Pantami, key stakeholders in the communications sector and the management of the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC).

In an official statement, the NCC maintained that all mobile subscribers must update their SIM registration records by submitting valid National Identification Number (NIN) information on or before December 30, 2020

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