NIMC Clarifies: No Foreign Currency Charges for NIN Modifications
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| NIMC Clarifies: No Foreign Currency Charges for NIN Modifications |
The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has clarified that it does not charge for National Identification Number (NIN) data modifications on its portal in foreign currencies such as dollars.
This clarification came after a public outcry on social media, where some Nigerians accused the agency of charging fees in US dollars for NIN data modifications.
Allegations surfaced that fees of $20.78 were being charged for changes to birth dates, addresses, names, and phone numbers on the NIMC website. However, the commission has denied these claims.
A user on X (formerly Twitter) questioned, “Dear NIMC, can you explain to Nigerians why your website charges Nigerians in dollars?”
In response, NIMC explained that the portal does not charge in dollars and attributed the confusion to the use of Virtual Private Networks (VPNs).
Speaking with Daily Trust, NIMC’s spokesman, Mr. Kayode Adegoke, reiterated that NIMC only charges in naira. He detailed the costs: “NIN Change of Name costs N1522.5, NIN Change of Address costs N1522.5, NIN Change of Phone Number costs N1522.5, and NIN Change of Date of Birth is the highest priced at N16340.”
He also noted that all modifications require supporting documents.
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