The National Identity Management Commission’s Director-General and Chief Executive Officer, Engr. (Dr.) Abisoye Coker-Odusote, has been awarded the Outstanding Performance in Public Service Award at the African Iconic Women Recognition Awards 2025. This prestigious award recognises her exceptional leadership and dedication to transforming Nigeria’s digital identity landscape.
In a statement on Monday by NIMC’s head of media, Dr. Kayode Adegoke, award organisers lauded Engr. (Dr.) Coker-Odusote’s innovative and transformational leadership style, noting that her commitment to developing a robust and secure identity database has been instrumental in changing the scope of digital identity in Nigeria. Her visionary leadership has positioned NIMC as a frontline player in the identity sector in Africa.
Under Engr. (Dr.) Coker-Odusote’s astute leadership, NIMC has achieved remarkable milestones, including a significant increase in National Identification Number (NIN) enrolment, the provision of a reliable and secure world-class identity database, and the implementation of a 25/35% salary adjustment for staff. Other notable achievements include improved staff welfare, enhanced human capacity building, data harmonisation, and effective collaboration with relevant government agencies in utilising the NIN.
One of the key drivers of NIMC’s success has been Engr. (Dr.) Coker-Odusote’s 5-point agenda, which is aligned with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Mandate. This agenda has led to unprecedented growth in Nigeria’s digital identity sector, marking a new era in the country’s history.
The Commission urges the general public to leverage the benefits of NIN Authentication (NINAuth) for seamless verification services. NINAuth is a cutting-edge solution designed to enhance the timely and secure verification of NINs. By using NINAuth, individuals can protect their data from unauthorised use, decide when and how their data is shared, and enjoy seamless interactions with government agencies. The commission is committed to empowering individuals with control over their NIN data, ensuring a more secure and efficient identity management system.
By downloading and using NINAuth, Nigerians can experience the full benefits of a secure and efficient identity management system. We congratulate Engr. (Dr.) Abisoye Coker-Odusote on this well-deserved recognition and look forward to continued progress in Nigeria’s identity management sector.
