The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has introduced NIMC Pre-Enrolment Portal, a digital solution to enhance efficiency and user experience in the National Identification Number (NIN) enrolment process.
The Pre-Enrolment Portal allows applicants, local or in the Diaspora, to conveniently capture and submit their biodata online before visiting enrolment centres for biometric capture.
This is part of NIMC’s broader strategy to reduce congestion at enrolment centres.
In a statement issued by the Commission Head of Corporate Communications, Mr. Kayode Adegoke, the introduction of the portal reflects the unwavering commitment of the Director General and Chief Executive Officer of the Commission, Dr. Abisoye Coker-Odusote, to strengthen institutional performance through technology-driven solutions,.
It is also in alignment with the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Tinubu which prioritises efficient public service delivery, digital transformation, and inclusive national development.
Mr Adegoke listed some of the key benefits of the NIMC Pre-Enrolment Portal to include: Simplified enrolment through online capture and management of NIN biodata before biometric enrolment.
Reduced congestion and waiting time at enrolment centres through appointment scheduling.
Improve data accuracy, as applicants directly input their information.
Secure and confidential handling of user data through enhanced security measures. Seamless online upload of required supporting documents.Improved overall user experience and service efficiency. Increased enrolment accuracy and operational effectiveness.
“NIMC encourages all prospective NIN applicants to utilise the Pre-Enrolment Portal to enjoy a smoother, faster, and more efficient enrolment process. This initiative further underscores the Commission’s commitment to building and sustaining a reliable digital identity ecosystem in support of national development.” he said.
NIN applicants were told to visit penrol.nimc.gov.ng – for the use of the Pre-Enrolment Portal.
Lateefah Ibrahim