The National Identity Management Commission, NIMC has dismissed reports alleging that Nigeria’s National Identification Number, NIN database was breached.
In a statement posted on X on Thursday, the commission described the reports as false and misleading, noting that the claims were recycled from a report published in 2024.
Ribsmedia reports that a viral video alleged that NIN and Bank Verification Number, BVN details could be purchased for as little as N100.
The video also claimed that some NIMC officials in Lagos were selling individuals’ NIN information for N1,000 outside the commission’s office.
Reacting to the reports, NIMC categorically denied the allegations, stating that its National Identity Database, NIDB had not been breached or compromised.
“The Commission wishes to state, categorically, that this claim is false and unfounded. The Commission National Identity Database, NIDB, has not been breached or compromised at any point,” NIMC said.
The commission further stated that it maintains robust, multi-layered security infrastructure to protect the personal data of registered citizens and legal residents in line with international best practices.
NIMC expressed concern over the circulation of unverified claims, saying such reports could mislead the public and cause unnecessary panic.
“The Commission views the circulation of such unverified claims with concern, given their capacity to mislead the public and cause unnecessary panic,” the statement added.
