The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has announced that it will commence nationwide ward-level enrollment for the National Identification Number (NIN) on February 16, 2026.
The Commission disclosed this in a statement signed by its Head of Communications, Kayode Adegoke, which was released on Wednesday.
According to NIMC, the move follows a presidential directive mandating it to take NIN registration to the grassroots across the country.
The exercise is aimed at ensuring the comprehensive registration of every Nigerian citizen and legal resident, including children and adults, into the National Identity Database.
NIMC said the ward-level enrollment will be conducted free of charge, adding that the initiative aligns with the Federal Government’s drive to deepen identity inclusion, promote inclusive governance, and expand access to public services.
“The ward-level enrolment initiative represents a strategic step towards deepening identity inclusion, decentralizing services, and bringing registration to the ward level (communities), thereby improving accessibility, reducing travel burden, and promoting nationwide participation.
“NIMC encourages all Nigerians and legal residents who are yet to enroll to take advantage of this opportunity and participate fully in the exercise,” the statement read in part.
NIMC disclosed that it has commenced consultations and sensitization campaigns at the national, state and local government levels to ensure a smooth rollout.
It said state governments, local government chairpersons, traditional rulers, community leaders, market associations and faith-based organisations are being engaged to support awareness and mobilization efforts.
The Commission called on members of the public to participate actively in the ward-to-ward exercise and ensure that children, parents and other family members who are yet to enroll are registered within their communities.
