Fully known as National Identity Number, Acronymed NIN, is a Mandatory Special National Identity Set of Numbers, unique to each and every Member of the Nigerian Nation. Normalised around 2019, the NIN has become a vital part of Nigerians life as it is used for many Legal Activities as Required by Legal Entities or Organisations. Learn a step by step guide on how to Link and Connect your National Identity Card to a Glo SIM Card Number, by the end of this Post.
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USES OF A NATIONAL IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (NIN)
The NIN Digits, which is unique to every Member of the Nation, is used for so many activities, which will be discussed briefly, then we move on to the Step by Step guide of linking a Personal NIN to a Glo SIM Card Number. Below are some uses of the NIN.
REGISTRATIONS: In Recent times, the NIN has become an important registration criteria in so many organisations and National Bodies, such as Jamb, SIM Card Registrations, Bank Accounts Opening among a host of others.
FINTECH APPS VERIFICATION: Some Fintech Apps like Mobile Banking Apps (e.g Opay, Palmpay), Crypto Exchanges, accepts The NIN as a method of Account Verification. The NIN can be used to verify and make Online Accounts (most especially Fintech Apps), legitimate and make transactions Unlimited.
IDENTITY VALIDATION: Imagine a Checkpoint situation, The Officials may request an NIN Slip or Card to ascertain you are a registered Nigerian with the Use of your NIN Slip or Card, which contains your NIN Number and other details about you.
This and many more situations require the use and need of an NIN Number. Now we move on to discover the Steps in linking an NIN Number to A Glo SIM Card Number.
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HOW TO LINK AN NIN NUMBER TO A GLO SIM CARD NUMBER
Linking an NIN Number to A Personal SIM Card is vital, because it prevents your Number from Getting Blocked by the National Information Management Commission (NIMC) amongst other Regulatory Bodies, including your Network Provider. Having known that, we will proceed to cover the Steps needed in Linking Your NIN Number to your Glo SIM Card Number in Particular. See all steps/Methods below;
1. USSD CHECKING METHOD:
This particular method is used to check if your NIN has already been linked already. First of all, navigate to your phone's Dialer app, then
Step 1: Dial *109# on your phone and wait for a new screen to pop up.
Step 2: On the new screen, you get options to check NIN status (linked, delink or check list of linked numbers). If it hasn't been linked, you can make use of the options provided in this post.
To get your NIN linked to your Glo line, follow the other steps mentioned below.
2. GLOWORLD METHOD (GLO NIN PORTAL)
Users of The Glo Network can also use the NIN portal or page provided on the Gloworld Website to go about their NIN Linking. Follow the steps listed below.
Step 1: Visit the GLO official NIN linking online portal using your phone browser.
Step 2: Fill in your phone number, email address, and NIN.
Step 3: Click on the submit button and wait for a confirmation message. An OTP will be sent to your GLO line for verification.
Step 4: Enter the OTP and click confirm. You have successfully linked your NIN to your GLO line.
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3. NIMC MOBILE APP METHOD
Photo credit: NIMC official website
Your NIN Linking can be done via the official NIMC App, which is Available on the Google PlayStore and the Apple Appstore respectively. Download the app, create an account and follow the steps outlined below.
Step 1: Open the app and log in with your security PIN.
Step 2: Tap on ‘My Devices’ button on the bottom right part of your dashboard on the app.
Step 3: Tap on ‘Add Mobile Number’ and input the mobile phone number you wish to link.
Step 4: Next input the OTP sent to that mobile phone number.
You can link up to seven (7) mobile phone numbers.
PHYSICAL/OFFICE METHOD
Alternatively, if you did the above Steps and Methods and it doesn't work out for you, simply look for and visit a Glo SIM Retail outlet or Authorised NIMC Office near you to get your NIN Linking done.
You will need documents such as your:
1. NIN Slip
2. One of either Voters Card, Drivers License, International Passport, National ID Card, Birth Certificate.
3. SIM pack or SIM Card. You will be asked for any of these when you get there. Be prepared and present them when asked.
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PENALTIES FOR NOT LINKING NIN WITH SIM NUMBER
Failure to link your NIN to any of your SIM cards/Network (mustn't be Glo Alone), will lead to you losing your Line because it will be blocked by your Network Provider and the NIMC. So do well to Link your NIN with every Active SIM Card of yours. You can read more about Network Providers and solutions when you visit this Website.
CONCLUSION
Following and adhering to Rules and Regulations is vital in Human Lives, this also implies the linking of NIN with Phone Numbers as Regulated and made Mandatory by the NIMC. Do well to Link yours today.
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FAQS
Q. What is the Code for NIN Linking on Glo?
A. Sadly, you can't link your NIN via a USSD code. You can however, check your NIN by dialing *996# on your Glo line.
Q. How to Link NIN to Glo After Being Blocked?
A. Simply Locate a Glo Office close to you for unblocking and Linking, you may as well try Local Retailers near you to see if they can perform the task as well. If not, going to a certified Glo Office is the best option.
Q. How To Link NIN to Glo Online?
A. You can link your NIN to your Glo Line online by using the Glo NIN Portal, simply search for it on Google, or use the link we provided above.