By Nkechi Eze
The Federal government has rolled out a new digital identity verification platform called NIN Authentication Service (NINAuth), developed by the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC).
This platform aims to streamline and secure access to government services across all Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs). President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved and directed the mandatory use of the NINAuth platform for identity verification processes, aligning with his Renewed Hope Agenda on digital governance and data security.
The NINAuth service provides a comprehensive suite of authentication solutions, including web, mobile, and API interfaces, designed to enhance privacy, user control, and service delivery. With this platform, citizens and legal residents can authenticate their identity for critical government functions such as SIM registration, immigration services, tax filings, driver’s license renewals, and access to government intervention programs.
According to Dr. Kayode Adegoke, Head of Corporate Communications at NIMC, the new platform marks a significant step in ensuring a secure, efficient, and transparent digital identity ecosystem in Nigeria.
By requiring explicit user consent before any personal data is shared, NINAuth promotes transparency and gives individuals control over their information.
The NIMC emphasized that the NINAuth application is the exclusive channel for all NIN-based authentication going forward, supporting real-time verification and compliance with national identity policies.
This rollout is expected to strengthen Nigeria’s digital identity infrastructure, promote database harmonization across MDAs, and drive more inclusive and efficient public service delivery.
Overall, the NINAuth platform is set to enhance the country’s digital identity ecosystem and improve access to government services.
