MAIDUGURI — August 5, 2025 – The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) on Tuesday paid a working visit to the Borno State Information and Communication Technology Development Agency (BICTDA) in Maiduguri. The visit marks the start of a strategic partnership aimed at integrating digital identity solutions across the state.
A delegation from NIMC, which included senior officials from the Technical Services and State Operations Directorate, was received at the BICTDA headquarters by the agency’s Executive Secretary, Engr. Mohammed Kabir Wanori, FNSE, along with key management staff.
During the meeting, discussions focused on digital identity integration, data-driven service delivery, secure citizen verification systems, and harmonizing digital infrastructure to meet national development goals.
Speaking at the event, Engr. Wanori described the visit as “timely and highly strategic,” highlighting the importance of effective digital identity management in improving service delivery, enhancing security, and supporting development, especially in post-conflict areas like Borno.
“We are deeply honored to welcome NIMC’s leadership to BICTDA. Today’s visit signifies the beginning of a robust partnership that will elevate our digital literacy initiatives, promote inclusion, and foster trust between government and citizens,” he said.
NIMC officials commended Borno State’s proactive approach to ICT-led reforms and expressed readiness to work on projects such as deploying NIMC verification APIs, organizing capacity-building programs, conducting grassroots NIN enrollment drives, and integrating institutional data.
The partnership aligns with Governor Babagana Umara Zulum’s commitment to rebuilding state institutions through innovation, transparency, and inclusive digital transformation.
Both agencies agreed to form a joint technical working group to identify areas of collaboration, set timelines for implementation, and launch pilot projects in the coming weeks.
This collaboration is expected to improve identity verification services in key sectors including health, education, security, and the economy, while supporting BICTDA’s mission to build a resilient and inclusive digital ecosystem in Borno State.