The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has reaffirmed its commitment to building a robust and inclusive Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) ecosystem to strengthen governance, improve public service delivery, enhance national security, and accelerate socio-economic development across Nigeria.
Director General/Chief Executive Officer of NIMC, Engr. Abisoye Coker-Odusote, made this known at a digital conference themed “Building Africa’s Digital Foundations Together” held in Abuja.
Represented by the Head of Infrastructure Technology and Identity Databases (IT/IDD), Mr. Sulaiman Falade, the DG said NIMC is driving Nigeria’s Digital Public Infrastructure through strategic reforms, institutional collaboration, and the deployment of secure digital identity systems designed to support efficient service delivery for citizens and residents.
She noted that the National Identification Number (NIN) remains central to the country’s DPI transformation, serving as a key tool for digital authentication, identity verification, and access to both government and private sector services.
“In line with the Presidential Directive issued on April 5, 2024, Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) have been mandated to ensure the effective use of the NIN in driving policies related to data capture, identity verification, and biometric authentication across all digital services.
NIMC has put in place structures to ensure effective implementation,” she said.
Engr. Coker-Odusote further reiterated the Federal Government’s vision of establishing a unified, secure, and interoperable digital identity ecosystem that promotes transparency, accountability, and seamless access to services.
She added that as part of Nigeria’s broader DPI framework, NIMC continues to play a leading role in enabling digital governance and supporting national development objectives through the integration of digital identity systems and the deployment of the National Public Key Infrastructure (nPKI).
According to her, these initiatives are aimed at strengthening trust in digital transactions, safeguarding citizens’ data, and promoting secure online interactions across the country.
The NIMC boss also called on stakeholders in both the public and private sectors to continue supporting the implementation of Nigeria’s digital identity ecosystem and related initiatives geared toward improving service delivery for all Nigerians.
She reaffirmed the Commission’s commitment to leveraging technology, innovation, and secure digital systems to build a more connected, efficient, and resilient nation.