Senate Passes Bill for Mandatory National Identity Registration
The Senate has passed a bill mandating national identity registration for all Nigerians to enhance the country’s identity management system as the legislation, which reenacts the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) Act, aims to create a centralized, accurate, and inclusive database in line with global standards. Sponsored by Deputy Senate President Barau Jibrin, the bill seeks to improve data security, streamline identity registration, and ensure all citizens receive identity cards.
