Maha Christopher
The National Identity Management Commission has warned Nigerians against a fraudulent social media post claiming that a free National Identification Number correction portal has been opened for data modifications.
According to The Punch, the commission, in a public advisory issued on Tuesday via its official X handle, described the message and its accompanying links as a phishing scam aimed at deceiving unsuspecting members of the public and stealing personal information.
“NIMC warns the public against a fraudulent social media post claiming a free ‘Correction Portal’ is open via malicious links. This is a phishing scam,” the commission stated.
The agency assured Nigerians that the National Identity Database remains secure and protected against unauthorised access.
“We assure citizens that the National Identity Database is secure and fully protected,” NIMC said.
The commission urged members of the public to avoid clicking suspicious links and to rely only on official channels for any modification, update or correction of their NIN records.
According to NIMC, individuals seeking to update their information should use the official self service portal or visit authorised enrolment centres across the country.
The agency also advised Nigerians to verify all identity related information and updates through its approved communication platforms.
The warning comes amid growing concerns over online scams and identity theft, with cybercriminals increasingly using fake websites and social media posts to obtain personal data from unsuspecting victims.
NIMC urged citizens to remain vigilant and report any suspicious messages or platforms offering identity related services outside officially approved channels.
