State Government partners with NIMC to tackle low registration rates, targets mass sensitization, and community-level mobilization
In a bold move to address the low turnout in National Identification Number (NIN) registration, the Kogi State Government has set an ambitious target of enrolling 500,000 new individuals before December 2025. This renewed push comes after a recent report revealed significantly low NIN registration figures between January and July this year.
The State’s Ministry of Special Duties and Intergovernmental Affairs, led by Commissioner Hon. Sunday Faleke, has commenced strategic collaboration with the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) to actualize this goal. A high-level meeting held on Monday in Lokoja brought together senior officials from both the Ministry and NIMC to discuss actionable strategies for rapid and widespread enrolment.
Speaking during the meeting, Commissioner Faleke expressed concern over the poor registration statistics, emphasizing that the NIN is critical for effective planning, service delivery, and data-driven governance. He stressed the importance of immediate action and revealed that the State would deploy a grassroots approach involving political appointees across all 239 wards to drive the campaign.
To ensure widespread participation, the Ministry pledged to support mass sensitization and awareness programs, leveraging community structures and local government channels. The Commissioner also presented the Kogi State Fiscal Development Plan to the State Coordinator of NIMC as part of the broader collaboration framework.
The State Coordinator of NIMC, Mr. Tagwai Rabiu Garba, commended the proactive efforts of the Kogi State Government. He noted that with this renewed synergy, the enrolment target is achievable. “This collaboration will bridge the registration gap and ensure that more residents benefit from national identity services,” he stated.
Joining the meeting virtually, NIMC’s Regional Coordinator, Madam Mary Makama, highlighted the capacity of the commission’s registration machines, noting that each can enrol at least 40 persons daily. She underscored the urgent need for intensive public enlightenment to drive participation.
With a clear strategy and strong partnership now in place, Kogi State is poised to significantly boost its NIN enrolment figures and position itself for enhanced data-driven development.
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