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    Four ways NIMC and NCC alliance will enhance NIN-SIM linkage

    mmBy ITPulseMarch 18, 2024
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    Dr. Aminu Maida, Executive Vice Chairman of NCC and Bisoye Coker-Odusote, Director-General of NIMC
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    The strategic alliance recently sealed by the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) and the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) is set to enhance the National Identification Number (NIN)-SIM linkage in four ways.

    The four ways the alliance will help each of the agency to leverage each other’s expertise and resources are:

    1. ⁠Streamlining the NIN-SIM Linkage Process: NIMC and NCC will collaborate to ensure a seamless experience for Nigerian telecommunication subscribers. This includes exploring innovative approaches to facilitate the swift verification and authentication of NINs during SIM registration and activation.
    1. Capacity Building and Public Awareness: Both agencies will collaborate on initiatives to enhance public awareness and understanding of the NIN-SIM linkage requirements. This includes educational campaigns, training sessions for stakeholders, and the dissemination of accurate information to the public to encourage compliance with the linkage directives.
    1. Data Verification and Validation: NIMC will continue to extend its support to NCC by assisting in verifying National Identification Numbers (NINs) associated with SIM registrations. Leveraging NIMC’s robust database and authentication infrastructure, telecommunication operators will validate submitted NINs while ensuring the accuracy and integrity of subscriber data.
    1. Policy Harmonisation and Regulatory Framework: NIMC and NCC will collaborate on aligning policies and regulatory frameworks to facilitate the seamless integration of NIN-SIM linkage processes within the telecommunications ecosystem. This includes harmonising data protection and privacy regulations to safeguard the confidentiality and security of subscriber information.

    In recent times, the NIN-SIM linkage exercise has become the subject of national discourse, reflecting the critical importance of aligning SIM registrations with individuals’ unique national identification numbers. Recognising the significance of this initiative in enhancing security and improving service delivery, both NIMC and NCC are committed to improving processes and enhancing efficiency.

    This commitment becomes necessary to prioritise the interests of Nigerian citizens and promote national development.

     

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