Do we need to manage the identity of an individual or Organisation? [Back to the Top]

We manage identity so as to:

• ensure the safety and security of our citizens
• control, use and protect individual Identity  against misuse  and fraud
• Provide the structure for regular update of the information and records of citizen.

• Personal information i. e names, date of birth, place of birth, gender, disability, residential address and other addresses
• Identification information i. e photograph, signature, fingerprints and other biological data (biometics). See question 13
• Residence reference numbers such as ID number, insurance, immigration, passport, drivers license numbers, etc.
• History i. e. relationship with others such as parents, spouses, etc & their records
• Registration & ID card history covering date of application, modification, particulars for Multipurpose ID Card, etc.
• Validation information such as personal identification numbers, password, question and answers for identification
• Records of provision of information i. e. particulars of occasion information on individual’s entry has been provided, persons information are provided and why

The NIMC Act 2007 provides that no person or corporate body shall have access to your information except with the authorization of the Commission and your consent.

However, the Act sets out a number of different agencies to whom your information will be made available without your consent. They include the SSS, EFCC, ICPC, Nigeria Police etc.