NIMC Expands Diaspora NIN Enrolment Drive During Tinubu’s UK Visit
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The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has announced plans to accelerate the enrolment of Nigerians in the diaspora into the National Identification Number (NIN) database, leveraging President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s ongoing state visit to the United Kingdom.
The Director-General of NIMC, Abisoye Coker-Odusote, joined other senior government officials in receiving President Tinubu and First Lady Oluremi Tinubu during the visit hosted by King Charles III and Queen Camilla.
According to the commission, the visit presents an opportunity to strengthen cooperation between Nigeria and the UK in areas such as digital identity systems, innovation, and broader technological development.
In a statement issued by NIMC’s spokesperson, Kayode Adegoke, the agency described the engagement as a strategic platform to push forward its diaspora NIN registration initiative.
The programme aims to integrate Nigerians living abroad into the national identity system, ensuring they are not excluded from government services and the country’s expanding digital economy.
Coker-Odusote emphasised that the United Kingdom remains a key focus due to its large Nigerian population, noting that the commission plans to expand enrolment centres and improve service delivery across the country.
She explained that improved access would allow Nigerians in the UK to obtain their NIN more efficiently, enabling easier access to essential services and participation in economic activities tied to digital identity.
Beyond international efforts, NIMC is also intensifying its domestic registration campaign through a ward-level enrolment strategy designed to reach rural and underserved communities.
The commission said this dual approach, targeting both diaspora communities and local populations, aligns with the Federal Government’s goal of using digital identity to drive economic inclusion, social protection, and effective governance.
Coker-Odusote added that the UK visit highlights the importance of a robust identity system in connecting Nigerians at home and abroad to opportunities in an increasingly digital global landscape.
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