The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has alerted Nigerians to a fraudulent social media post promoting a purported free portal for correcting National Identification Number (NIN) records.
The NIMC, in a public advisory issued on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, described the message and its accompanying links as a scheme aimed at stealing personal information from unsuspecting members of the public.
The commission advised Nigerians to disregard the post and avoid clicking on any suspicious links claiming to offer free modification of NIN details.
It stated that all requests for updates or corrections to NIN records should be carried out only through its approved self-service platform accessible via the official NIMC portal.
It urged Nigerians to rely on its verified communication channels for information relating to NIN enrolment, modifications, and other identity management services.
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According to NIMC, the portal being circulated online has no connection with the commission and should not be trusted.
The NIMC reassured Nigerians that the National Identity Database remained secured and protected against unauthorised access.
The commission also urged the public to remain vigilant and refrain from engaging with suspicious online links.
It reiterated its commitment to protecting citizens’ identity data and maintaining the integrity of the country’s identity management system.
It further enjoined Nigerians to report any suspicious messages, websites, or activities falsely claiming affiliation with the commission to the appropriate authorities.
