The Nigerian Communication Commission (NCC) have ordered network providers to block all SIM cards not linked to any National Identity Number (NIN). With the directive, there have been questions like
- How to link my MTN sim to NIN?
- How to link my Glo sim to NIN?
- How to link my Airtel sim to NIN?
- How to link my 9mobile/Etisalat sim to NIN?
- How to check if my sim is linked to my NIN?
We had earlier made a post on how to check my NIN number using short codes.
The need to link your sim to your NIN came to play after the NCC began implementation for new sim registration guidelines. NCC directed network providers to deactivate sims not linked to any NIN number by 31st December, 2020.
How to link my MTN sim to NIN?
To link your MTN sim to your NIN, simply dial *785# or use my MTN App.
How to link my Glo sim to NIN?
To link your Glo sim to your NIN, send a text message in this format to 109
UpdateNIN, NIN, First Name, Last Name to 109
For instance UpdateNIN, 01234456689, Jane Doe to 109
How to link my Airtel sim to NIN?
To link your Airtel sim to my NIN dial *121*1#
How to link my 9mobile/Etisalat sim to NIN?
To link your 9mobile/Etisalat sim to your NIN, dial *200*8# or visit 9mobile.com.ng/nin