The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) initiated a three-day
training program for 388 personnel in order to enhance the efficiency of
National Identification Number (NIN) enrolment and integration with the
National Social Register. This strategic move aims to bolster the
commission’s capacity to improve service delivery, increase enrolment
accuracy, and promote secure digital identification across Nigeria.
According to NIMC, this initiative is critical for ensuring that its
enrolment staff possess the latest technical and operational skills
needed to handle the complexities associated with NIN registration and
identity management.
Abisoye Coker-Odusote, the Director-General and Chief Executive Officer of NIMC, emphasized that the training aligns with the broader goals of the ‘Renewed Hope’ social initiatives. By strengthening the technical capacity of personnel, the commission seeks to foster secure and reliable digital identification systems. Represented by her Technical Adviser on ICT, Mr. Adedapo Adedoyin, Coker-Odusote highlighted that the training signifies a major step toward modernizing Nigeria’s identification processes. She noted that the focus on practical, hands-on exercises ensures that participants gain the proficiency required to enhance field operations, device usage, and procedural accuracy.
Coker-Odusote described the program as a comprehensive refresher course targeting personnel from both the NIMC and the National Social Safety-Net Coordinating Office (NASSCO). The training covers key operational aspects related to integrating NIN data into the National Social Register. According to her, this partnership is designed to facilitate the efficient enrolment of Nigerians, thereby providing access to critical social services and economic opportunities that depend on verified digital identities. She reaffirmed the commission’s commitment to delivering a robust identification framework that supports national security, financial inclusion, and social empowerment.
The training is being conducted in two phases across four states: Kwara, Nasarawa, Kano, and Rivers. The 388 participants include 225 representatives from NASSCO’s State Operations Coordinating Units, 35 facilitators from NIMC, and 128 state support staff. Coker-Odusote explained that this diversity of participants underscores the collaborative approach necessary to achieve large-scale improvements in identity management. She stressed the importance of sharing best practices, ensuring participants master the use of enrolment devices and software, and refining the procedural knowledge needed to meet operational challenges effectively.
One of the program’s key objectives is to enhance Nigeria’s progress toward the World Bank’s Identification for Development (ID4D) initiative, which aims to register 180 million Nigerians with secure digital IDs. According to Coker-Odusote, the training will significantly improve NIMC’s capacity to meet this target by upgrading technical skills and operational standards. This effort is expected to contribute to the global goal of inclusive, reliable, and accessible digital identification systems that serve as a foundation for development and governance.
The Director-General reiterated that empowering personnel with advanced skills is a proactive measure to ensure sustainable improvements in NIN enrolment nationwide. By investing in capacity building and modernizing identity management infrastructure, NIMC aims to strengthen national integration, enhance public trust in digital systems, and provide more secure identity verification processes. This initiative also reflects a long-term commitment to driving innovation and efficiency in public service delivery, ensuring that every Nigerian benefits from a secure and inclusive identity ecosystem.
Abisoye Coker-Odusote, the Director-General and Chief Executive Officer of NIMC, emphasized that the training aligns with the broader goals of the ‘Renewed Hope’ social initiatives. By strengthening the technical capacity of personnel, the commission seeks to foster secure and reliable digital identification systems. Represented by her Technical Adviser on ICT, Mr. Adedapo Adedoyin, Coker-Odusote highlighted that the training signifies a major step toward modernizing Nigeria’s identification processes. She noted that the focus on practical, hands-on exercises ensures that participants gain the proficiency required to enhance field operations, device usage, and procedural accuracy.
Coker-Odusote described the program as a comprehensive refresher course targeting personnel from both the NIMC and the National Social Safety-Net Coordinating Office (NASSCO). The training covers key operational aspects related to integrating NIN data into the National Social Register. According to her, this partnership is designed to facilitate the efficient enrolment of Nigerians, thereby providing access to critical social services and economic opportunities that depend on verified digital identities. She reaffirmed the commission’s commitment to delivering a robust identification framework that supports national security, financial inclusion, and social empowerment.
The training is being conducted in two phases across four states: Kwara, Nasarawa, Kano, and Rivers. The 388 participants include 225 representatives from NASSCO’s State Operations Coordinating Units, 35 facilitators from NIMC, and 128 state support staff. Coker-Odusote explained that this diversity of participants underscores the collaborative approach necessary to achieve large-scale improvements in identity management. She stressed the importance of sharing best practices, ensuring participants master the use of enrolment devices and software, and refining the procedural knowledge needed to meet operational challenges effectively.
One of the program’s key objectives is to enhance Nigeria’s progress toward the World Bank’s Identification for Development (ID4D) initiative, which aims to register 180 million Nigerians with secure digital IDs. According to Coker-Odusote, the training will significantly improve NIMC’s capacity to meet this target by upgrading technical skills and operational standards. This effort is expected to contribute to the global goal of inclusive, reliable, and accessible digital identification systems that serve as a foundation for development and governance.
The Director-General reiterated that empowering personnel with advanced skills is a proactive measure to ensure sustainable improvements in NIN enrolment nationwide. By investing in capacity building and modernizing identity management infrastructure, NIMC aims to strengthen national integration, enhance public trust in digital systems, and provide more secure identity verification processes. This initiative also reflects a long-term commitment to driving innovation and efficiency in public service delivery, ensuring that every Nigerian benefits from a secure and inclusive identity ecosystem.
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