The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has warned Nigerians against a fraudulent social media post claiming to offer free National Identification Number (NIN) corrections through an unauthorized online portal.
The commission described the message and its accompanying links as a phishing scam designed to deceive unsuspecting members of the public. NIMC issued the warning in a public advisory shared on its official X account on Tuesday.
According to the commission, the fake post promotes a so-called “Correction Portal” and encourages users to click on malicious links. NIMC stressed that the portal is not authorized and should not be trusted.
“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 reassured Nigerians that the National Identity Database remains secure and protected from unauthorized access.
“We assure citizens that the National Identity Database is secure and fully protected,” NIMC added.
The commission urged members of the public to avoid interacting with suspicious links circulating online. It advised Nigerians to rely only on official channels for any data modification, update, or correction requests related to their NIN records.
NIMC explained that individuals seeking to update or correct their NIN information should use the official self-service portal or visit authorized enrollment centers across the country.
The agency also encouraged citizens to verify all identity-related information through its official communication platforms before taking any action.
Furthermore, NIMC called on Nigerians to remain vigilant and report suspicious messages or websites claiming to provide identity services outside approved platforms.
The warning comes as concerns continue to grow over online scams targeting personal information. Cybercriminals are increasingly using fake websites and misleading social media posts to steal sensitive data from unsuspecting victims.
