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*As NIMC Launches NIN Authentication Service For Government Services' Secure, Seamless Identity Authentication
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has
directed the use of NIN Authentication for verification
and authentication across Ministries, Departments and
Agencies (MDAs).
This is In line with the
Commission's mandate of regulating a reliable National
Digital Identity for citizens and legal residents to affirm
their identity.
The Federal Government of Nigeria has also approved the
launch of the NIMC NIN Authentication for secure and
seamless identity verification and authentication.
The launch of the "NIN Authentication (NINAuth)," according to a statement by Kayode Adegoke, Head, Corporate Communications, is a
cutting-edge suite of services that include web, API and
mobile verification designed to enhance data security,
protect privacy, and simplify access to government
services.
The noted also said it is part of President Tinubu, Renewed Hope
Agenda on strengthening the National Identity
Management System.
"The NIMC NINAuth application is the official service
for integration with the Commission's backend
infrastructure. It Introduces a robust layer of protection,
empowering individuals with greater control over their
personal information.
"By requiring explicit consent
before data is shared for Know Your Customer (KYC)
processes or other verifications, the platform fosters
trust, transparency, and user autonomy in digital identity
management.
"With NINAuth, individuals can securely verify their
identity and access key government services, including:
• Sim registration and replacement
• Immigration applications and passport processing
• Tax filings and financial transactions
• Government Intervention Programs in various
"Driver’s license renewals and other regulatory
processes, etc,.
Key Features and Benefits include:
• Enhanced Security—Protect personal data from
unauthorized access.
• User Control—Empowers individuals with the
freedom to manage their data-sharing preferences.
• Seamless Access—provides a secure single sign-on
solution for convenient access to services."
This innovation, it said, reaffirms NIMC’s commitment to
advancing secure and efficient digital identity
management, ensuring a more accessible, transparent,
and secure the identity verification system in Nigeria.
"The NINAuth application provides a secure, scalable,
and interoperable interface for identity verification
through API integration. It is designed to facilitate realtime authentication of NIN records, thereby promoting
effective service delivery, database harmonization, and compliance with the National Identity Policy of the
Federal Government of Nigeria.
"The NINAuth service
has been designated as the exclusive platform for all
NIN-based verification and authentication integration
processes for optimal services.*
The statement urged Nigerians to download the NINAuth App
on Google Play Store and Apple iOS App Store in order to use
the NIN Authentication Service.
"The implementation
guide and process flow of the NIMC NIN
Authentication are available at
https://ninauth.nimc.gov.ng." it stated