How To Check Your National Identification Number (NIN) And Card Verification

The National Identification Number is one of the latest attempts by the Nigerian government to prevent various kinds of frauds in the country. There are several instances where you may need to know your NIN, and here is how to do it plus an explanation of what the National Identification Number actually is.

1. What Is NIN?

The National Identification Number is the initiative by the National Identity Management Commission, which was founded in 2010. Since then, the Commission has worked on ensuring every Nigerian has their own unique identification number that can be used for various purposes:

Open personal bank accounts

Payment of your taxes

Obtaining a driver’s license

Applying for an international passport

Obtaining your National e-ID card

Any Nigerian without a National Identification Number can apply to the program and obtain their number. The program does not have age limits and children can enroll in the system from birth. The NIN itself is a random composition of 11 digits that serve as a reliable way to verify the person’s identity. When applying for the identification number, you need to provide a string of personal data, including 10 fingerprints and a face photo, which is why no one can obtain more than one NIN. It also goes without saying that you need to keep your National Identification Number very secure and never...

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