Yemi Obafemi
The Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, has called on all government agencies to assist the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) in building a strong and inclusive national identity system.
He stated this while opening an Inter-Ministerial retreat on the Nigeria Digital Identification for Development (ID4D) Project at the Radisson Blu Hotel, Ikeja, Lagos.
Akume who was represented Prof. Babatunde Bolaji, said Nigerians will now need a National Identification Number (NIN) to access social services, stressing that the poor and vulnerable populations will need the NIN to benefit from palliatives.
He also praised the NIMC Director-General, Engr. (Dr.) Abisoye Coker-Odusote, for her unwavering dedication and commitment to fulfilling the Commission’s mandate.
Also speaking, The NIMC DG, who was represented by Ayobami Abiola, Technical Assistant on Policy and Partnerships, expressed her gratitude to the SGF and Minister. She assured the PESC members of the Commission’s readiness to carry out its mandate.
“The enthusiasm and collaborative spirit displayed at this retreat are truly encouraging,” said the NIMC Director-General, who is also the Secretary of the PESC.
“Our discussions today have not only highlighted our achievements but also paved the way for innovative solutions to the challenges ahead.
“We are confident that with sustained inter-agency collaboration and support from all critical stakeholders, we will fast-track our mission to reposition the national identity system, ensuring that every Nigerian and legal resident has a verifiable digital identity and that no one is left behind.”
