NIMC launches NIN Authentication Service (‘NINAuth’) …as Tinubu approves use of App across MDAs
The Federal Government of Nigeria has approved the launch of the NIMC NIN Authentication (NINAuth) for secure and seamless identity verification and authentication, just as President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed the use of the application for verification and authentication across Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) of the government, in line with the NIMC’s mandate of maintaining a reliable National Digital Identity database for citizens and legal residents.
The launch of the “NINAuth,” a cutting-edge suite of services that include web, API and mobile verification designed to enhance data security, protect privacy, and simplify access to government services, according to a statement by Kayode Adegoke (Ph.D.), Head, Corporate Communications, NIMC, is part of President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda on strengthening the National Identity Management System.
“The NIMC NINAuth application is the official service for integration with the Commission’s backend infrastructure. It Introduces a robust layer of protection, empowering individuals with greater control over their personal information. By requiring explicit consent before data is shared for Know Your Customer (KYC) processes or other verifications, the platform fosters trust, transparency, and user autonomy in digital identity management,” the statement said.
Kayode said further that “with NINAuth, individuals can securely verify their identity and access key government services, including:
- Sim registration and replacement
- Immigration applications and passport processing
- Tax filings and financial transactions
- Government Intervention Programs in various MDAs
- Driver’s license renewals and other regulatory processes, etc,.
“Key Features and Benefits include:
- Enhanced Security—Protects personal data from unauthorized access.
- User Control—Empowers individuals with the freedom to manage their data-sharing preferences.
- Seamless Access—provides a secure single sign-on solution for convenient access to services.
“This innovation reaffirms NIMC’s commitment to advancing secure and efficient digital identity management, ensuring a more accessible, transparent, and secure identity verification system in Nigeria.
“The NINAuth application provides a secure, scalable, and interoperable interface for identity verification through API integration. It is designed to facilitate real-time authentication of NIN records, thereby promoting effective service delivery, database harmonization, and compliance with the National Identity Policy of the Federal Government of Nigeria. The NINAuth service has been designated as the exclusive platform for all NIN-based verification and authentication integration processes for optimal services.”
He stressed that “Nigerians are required to download the NINAuth App on Google Play Store and Apple iOS App Store to use the NIN Authentication Service. The implementation guide and process flow of the NIMC NIN Authentication are available at https://ninauth.nimc.gov.ng.”
