The National Identity Management Commission, NIMC has debunked claims suggesting that the Police Service Commission, PSC was denied access to its verification platforms, asserting that all its identity verification services remain fully operational and accessible to security agencies nationwide.
In a statement released signed by the Head of NIMC’s Corporate Communications Unit, Dr. Kayode Adegoke, the Commission described reports alleging the PSC’s inability to access the NIMC verification server as “misleading and inaccurate.”
NIMC emphasized that the Nigerian Police Force (NPF), the PSC, and other relevant security bodies have enjoyed uninterrupted verification access for over five years, particularly for purposes such as recruitment, security mapping, and crime control.
The Commission noted that verification services have been instrumental in past recruitment exercises conducted by the PSC and the Police. “At no time have there been any complaints or issues regarding NIN verification by the NPF or PSC,” the statement read.
The Commission reaffirmed its longstanding collaborative relationship with the Nigeria Police Force and the Police Service Commission, noting that the NPF’s Information Communications and Technology (ICT) department actively oversees the integration and usage of NIMC’s verification platforms across all formations.
While acknowledging recent changes in the framework for service delivery, carried out in consultation with the Office of the National Security Adviser, NIMC clarified that the updates were intended to standardize and enhance operational efficiency.
According to the Commission, the NPF has confirmed continued access and usage of the verification service under the new structure. “We believe any service interruption experienced by PSC may be due to internal matters,” NIMC stated.
Reiterating its commitment to service excellence, the Commission assured partners that verification services remain available to all authorized agencies, provided that the terms and conditions for access are duly observed.
“NIMC will continue to provide flawless verification services for recruitment, security mapping, cybercrime control, and other security-related matters,” the statement concluded.