The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) and the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) have announced a strategic collaboration to enhance the National Identification Number-SIM linkage processes.

This was confirmed in a joint statement signed by the Technical Adviser, Media, and Communications to the DG/CEO of NIMC, Ayodele Babalola, and the Director, Public Affairs, NCC, Reuben Muoka.

The NIN-SIM linkage exercise has recently become the subject of national discourse, reflecting the critical importance of aligning SIM registrations with individuals’ unique NINs.

Recognizing the significance of this initiative in enhancing security and improving service delivery, both commissions said they were committed to improving processes and enhancing efficiency. 

Under the collaboration, NIMC and NCC will focus on: streamlining the NIN-SIM linkage process; capacity building and public awareness; data verification and validation; policy harmonization, and the regulatory framework.