In a statement on Wednesday, NIMC described the story as recycled news from 2024, noting that it disclaimed it at the time.
It said its National Identity Database (NIDB) has not been breached or compromised at any point, noting that it maintains robust, multi-layered security infrastructure to protect the personal data of every registered citizen and legal resident, in line with international best practice.
The commission urged the public to disregard the video, which could mislead them and cause unnecessary panic. It urged Nigerians to obtain information about the National Identity Management System only from NIMC's official channels.
NIMC said it recently launched NIN Authentication (NINAuth), described as a cutting-edge suite of services spanning web, API, and mobile verification, designed to enhance data security, protect privacy, and simplify access to government services.
"The platform serves as the Commission's official channel for integrating with its backend infrastructure, adding a stronger layer of protection and giving individuals greater control over their personal information.
"The NINAuth requires explicit consent from the NIN holder before sharing data for Know Your Customer (KYC) processes or other verification.
This reinforces transparency and user autonomy across the identity ecosystem. With NINAuth, individuals can securely verify their identity for services such as SIM registration, immigration and passport processing, fax filings, and financial transactions-without unnecessarily exposing their raw NIN or personal data," NIMC said.
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