The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has urged the public to disregard a viral video claiming that the national database has been hacked. The commission clarified that the circulating footage is an old, recycled report from 2024 that has previously been debunked.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

• Database Security: In a statement issued by Head of Corporate Communications Kayode Adegoke on X, NIMC firmly stated that the National Identity Database (NIDB) has never been breached or compromised.

• Robust Infrastructure: The commission emphasized that the identity database is safeguarded by a multi-layered security architecture built to international standards to protect citizens’ data.

• Public Warning: NIMC cautioned against the spread of unverified information designed to cause panic, advising citizens to rely solely on official channels for updates.

Enhanced Data Privacy via NINAuth:

• New Platform: NIMC highlighted its newly introduced NIN Authentication (NINAuth) platform, which features web, API, and mobile verification services.

• User Consent: The system requires explicit user consent before any personal data is shared for Know Your Customer (KYC) checks.

• Secure Transactions: NINAuth enables safe identity verification for services like SIM registration, passport processing, and financial transactions without unnecessarily exposing raw personal data.

• Regulatory Compliance: This initiative aligns with the NIMC Act and the Nigeria Data Protection Act, reinforcing the commission’s commitment to lawful data handling in partnership with relevant security agencies.

Nottingham Forest defender Ola Aina is expressing great excitement over his long-awaited return to the Super Eagles squad as Nigeria kicks off its 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying campaign against Madagascar on Friday, September 25.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

• Upcoming Fixtures: Nigeria will host Madagascar at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo before traveling to face Guinea-Bissau next Tuesday.

• Injury and Absence: Aina returns after nearly a year out of international football due to an injury sustained during the September 2025 World Cup qualifiers. Although he recovered and made the 54-man provisional list, he missed out on the final 28-man squad for the AFCON tournament held between December 2025 and January 2026.

• Player Motivation: Speaking to Football Temple, Aina shared his enthusiasm, stating, “It’s good to be back with the team and Nigeria. The motivation is to do well in the first qualifying game. We are looking to win and get all three points.”

Career Track Record:

• International Experience: Since making his debut in October 2017, Aina has earned 48 caps, provided four assists, and was part of the squad that finished as runners-up at the 2023 AFCON in Ivory Coast.

• Tactical Value: Capable of playing on both the right and left flanks, his versatility offers head coach Eric Chelle valuable depth in the full-back positions. He also heads into the international break having made four Premier League appearances for Nottingham Forest this season.

The Nigeria Police Force has scheduled a three-day promotion examination for hundreds of serving Superintendents of Police (SPs) aspiring to advance to the rank of Chief Superintendent of Police (CSP).....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

• Dates and Venues: The exams will take place from Monday, September 28, to Wednesday, September 30, 2026, across state commands and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).

• Official Directive: The instructions were detailed in a police wireless message dated September 23, 2026, issued by Force Headquarters in Abuja and signed on behalf of the AIG, Police Force Secretary.

• Authorization: The exercise was approved by the Police Service Commission (PSC) through a letter dated September 21, 2026.

Preparation and Guidelines:

• Subject Matter: Affected officers have been advised to adequately prepare by revising their knowledge of professional studies, law, and local acts.

• Strict Compliance: Commands have been ordered to meticulously verify participant lists to ensure only officially shortlisted officers are allowed to take part.

• Reporting Deadlines: Participating commands are required to submit a comprehensive report on how the examination was conducted on or before Friday, October 2, 2026.

The nationwide screening encompasses all police departments, specialized units, zonal formations, and state commands—including Lagos, Oyo, Kaduna, and the FCT—with specific service numbers and names already distributed to the respective formations.