The National Identity Management Commission ,NIMC, has cautioned Nigerians against altering their National Identification Number, NIN, data on unauthorized websites.

Dr. Kayode Adegoke, Head of Corporate Communications at NIMC, in a statement on Monday advised that such modifications should only be made through the official NIMC self-service portal.

Adegoke explained that using unapproved websites to modify NIN data could expose individuals to identity theft and compromise personal information.

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He assured Nigerians that using the official portal guarantees secure and protected data, offering the added convenience of making updates anytime, anywhere.

The NIMC has advised citizens to strictly use the official self-service portal for any NIN modifications to avoid potential risks.