The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has stated that all its verification service platforms remain functional and accessible to all partners, including security agencies such as the Police Service Commission (PSC).
In a statement released on Thursday by its spokesperson, Dr. Kayode Adegoke, the Commission described reports of the PSC’s inability to access the NIMC verification server as misleading and inaccurate.
“To set the record straight, the NIMC has granted verification access to all Nigerian Police formations for the verification of the National Identification Number (NIN),” Adegoke said. “The Nigeria Police Force (NPF), PSC, and other security agencies have enjoyed uninterrupted verification services for over five years.”
He added that NIMC has consistently provided robust verification support for police recruitment processes and other security operations, with no previous complaints or issues from the NPF or PSC.
Adegoke also emphasized that the NIMC maintains a harmonious relationship with the NPF and PSC. He noted that the ICT department of the NPF actively manages the long-standing verification and integration service with NIMC.
He attributed any potential service disruptions experienced by the PSC to internal issues, clarifying that the framework for NIMC’s services was recently restructured for standardization following consultations with the Office of the National Security Adviser.
“NIMC remains committed to providing excellent verification services to the PSC, NPF, and all partners, provided that the terms and conditions are strictly adhered to,” Adegoke assured.
