New deadline for linking SIMs to NIN in Nigeria set for September 14, 2024

by Giorgi Kostiuk

2 years ago

Achievements
Call to Action
Collaboration and Security

A new deadline has been set for linking Subscriber Identification Modules (SIMs) to National Identity Numbers (NIN) in Nigeria – September 14, 2024. The country has made significant progress in implementing this policy over recent months.

Achievements

According to the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), over 153 million SIMs have been successfully linked to NINs, reflecting an impressive compliance rate of 96%, up from 69.7% in January 2024.

Call to Action

NCC urges all Nigerian residents who have not yet completed their SIM-NIN linkage or have faced issues due to verification mismatches to promptly visit their service providers or use the approved self-service portals. The Commission also expects all Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) to complete mandatory verification and linkage by September 14, 2024, ensuring full compliance with this policy.

Collaboration and Security

NCC states that verifying all mobile users strengthens trust in digital transactions, reduces the risk of fraud and cybercrime, and supports greater participation in e-commerce, digital banking, and mobile money services. This, in turn, promotes financial inclusion and drives economic growth.

Through collaboration with the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA) and the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC), the NCC has uncovered alarming cases where individuals possessed an unusually high number of SIM cards—some exceeding 100,000.NCC

NCC continues to work with security agencies and other stakeholders to crack down on the sale of pre-registered SIMs, ensuring national security and maintaining the integrity of mobile numbers in Nigeria.

Rewards

More rewards

Discover enhanced rewards on our social media.

Other news

Tether's Reserve Assets and Holdings

Tether reported holding nearly $192 billion in reserve assets, primarily in US Treasuries, during the first quarter of 2026.

Luis Flores37 minutes ago

Garlinghouse Discusses Clarity Act and Regulatory Landscape

In a panel discussion at XRP Las Vegas, Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse addressed the Clarity Act, expressing frustration over the slow legislative process and emphasizing XRP's legal clarity.

Rajesh Kumaran hour ago

Ripple's Strategy Tied to Stablecoins and Banking Infrastructure

Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse discussed the company's stablecoin strategy at XRP Las Vegas, focusing on RLUSD and the dual oversight from financial authorities, emphasizing Ripple's commitment to responsible practices and potential opportunities with a Federal Reserve master account.

Miguel Rodriguezan hour ago

Tether Initiates First Full Audit with KPMG

Tether has begun its first full audit with KPMG during the first fiscal quarter of 2026, aimed at enhancing transparency and addressing regulatory scrutiny.