Sequel to public outcry over the extortion of citizens at some NIMC enrolment centres in Bauchi and Kaduna State offices, the Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Ali Pantami, has directed the immediate suspension of the accused officers.
The directive was contained in a press release signed by Kayode Adegoke, head of corporate communications.
The suspended officials were accused of perpetuating fraudulent activities inimical to policies, directive of the Federal Government which requires mobile network subscribers to update their SIM registration with a valid National Identification Number (NIN).
Enrolment for the National Identification Number (NIN) is free of charge, and on no occasion should anyone pay to obtain an enrolment form or to have their biometrics captured.
All personnel involved in the enrolment and NIN issuance exercise must carry out their respective duties professionally, fairly and with integrity, according to the statement
”In light of the above, we wish to call on the general public to assist us in putting our commitments into action by sending proof of any nefarious activity within and around our enrolment centers (snapshot, footage, audio recordings) to 08157691214; 08157691071 or e-mail actu@nimc.gov.ng, a part of the statement read.
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