Thursday 13 August 2015

REFORMS of The National Identity Management System...work in progress.



Problem: The lack of a robust and credible national identity management system. Many previous efforts failed as a result of corruption.

Reform Actions: Establishment of the National Identity Management Commission in 2007.

Main Achievements: Although this is still a work in progress, the securing of ISO 27001 certification for information security management system is a major achievement. The same goes for the creation of a Central Identity Repository and the introduction of the National Identification Number (NIN).

Key Challenges: (a) delays in issuing national identity smartcards to people who have registered; (b) public cynicism; and (c) apathy on the part of citizens and consequent poor turnout. 


Reference:  Public Service Reforms in Nigeria (1999-2014) - A Comprehensive Review

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