Nigeria’s NIN Enrolment Reaches 117.3 Million: NIMC

The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has announced that as of February 28, 2025, the number of Nigerians enrolled in the National Identification Number (NIN) database has reached 117.3 million.

This marks a significant increase of over seven million registrations since September 2024, when the figure stood at 110 million.

Gender and State Distribution

The latest statistics reveal that 56.5% of registered individuals are male, totaling 66.2 million, while 43.5% are female, at 51.07 million.

Among states, Lagos leads with 12.6 million registrations, followed by Kano with 10.2 million and Kaduna with 6.9 million.

This is consistent with the high populations in Lagos and Kano.

Other states with notable enrolment numbers include:

• Ogun (4.9 million),
• Oyo (4.5 million),
• Katsina (4 million).

In contrast,

• Bayelsa (758,111),
• Ebonyi (990,775),

have the lowest enrolment figures.

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Importance of Digital Identity in Nigeria

Expanding NIN enrolment forms a core component of Nigeria’s digital identity strategy.

The government has been emphasising the need for citizens to link their NIN to access essential services, including social services, financial transactions, and telecommunications.

A well-developed and accessible digital ID system is seen as vital for effective digital governance.

Beyond strengthening security and promoting transparency, this initiative aims to enhance the efficiency of service delivery across the country.