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NIN: Date of birth change attracts N15,000, says NIMC
National Identification Number holders are required to pay N15,000 to correct their dates of birth in the commission’s database, the National Identity Management Commission has said.
Regional Coordinator of NIMC, Funmi Opesanwo, stated this on Wednesday in Lagos.
According to her, NIN holders are also required to pay a processing fee of N5,000 for card renewal or card replacement as well as an address modification fee of N500.
Although she said the NIN enrolment was free, there were fees attached to card renewal, correction of date of birth, and change of address.
Opesanwo said, “For the date of birth correction, there is a processing fee of N15,000. For card renewal or card replacement, there is a processing fee of N5,000. For the modification of address or name, it is N500. So, people misconstrue this to mean that in NIMC, they are asking them to pay money. No, those are for services.”
The NIMC coordinator noted that the fees were payable to the Treasury Single Account of the Federal Government.
“For correction of date of birth, it is N15,000 and it is payable to the TSA,” she added.
The Federal Government through the Nigerian Communication Commission had ordered telecommunications companies to deactivate telephone lines of subscribers who failed to link their phones to their NIN.
The Federal Government said telco subscribers with NIN would have January 19 as deadline to link their NIN with their SIM cards while subscribers without NIN were given until February 9 to do so.
But network subscribers have complained that telcos have started blocking their SIM cards before the deadlines approved by the government.
Large crowds resurfaced at the NIMC centres nationwide on Wednesday after the New Year break.
Opesanwo said, “When we came this morning, a lot of applicants complained that their SIM (cards) had been blocked and that is why we are experiencing this large number today.
“We are trying to manage the situation. Applicants have been seated and they came in for different services, so, there is no problem.
“We have to be mindful of the safety protocols and we cannot exceed the number of people, the capacity that we can take, we have to adhere to the guidelines.”
As of October, the total number of mobile network connections was 207.58 million, but currently, only 43 million Nigerians have NIN, thus 164 million telephone users are at the risk of being deactivated.
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More heads to roll in NNPCL, subsidiaries as Ojulari assumes office
More heads to roll in NNPCL, subsidiaries as Ojulari assumes office
There are indications that more heads will roll in the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, NNPCL and its subsidiaries as Engineer Bayo Ojulari yesterday assumed office as the new Group Chief Executive Officer.
This was even as the management and staff of NNPC Ltd welcomed the appointment of a new GCEO Officer and Board of Directors for the company by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
However, checks Vanguard showed that the reorganisation would start from the corporate headquarters to the subsidiaries, including Upstream, Gas and Power, new Energy, Downstream and Non-Energy businesses.
The checks indicated that the reorganisation would be targeted at ensuring that round pegs are placed into round holes based on the commitment of the new leadership to achieve national goals and objectives in the oil and gas industry.
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It was confirmed that the businesses to be impacted include the NNPC E&P Limited (NEPL), NNPC Upstream Investment Management Services (NUIMS), NNPC Energy Services Limited (EnServ), NNPC Engineering and Technical Company (NETCO), NNPC New Energy Limited (NNEL), NNPC Gas Infrastructure Company (NGIC), NNPC Gas Marketing Limited (NGML), and NNPC Gas & Power Investment Services (NGPIS).
They also include NNPC Trading Limited (NTL) NNPC Retail Limited (NRL), NNPC Shipping Limited (NSL), NNPC RefChem Limited (NRCL), NNPC Downstream Investment Services (NDIS), Nigerian Pipelines and Storage Company Limited (NPSC), National Energy Reserve Management Company (NERMC), NNPC Non-Energy Investment Services (NNIS), NNPC Foundation Limited/Gte, NNPC Academy, NNPC Properties Limited (NPL), and Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) and Research Technology and Innovation (RTI).
More heads to roll in NNPCL, subsidiaries as Ojulari assumes office
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NNPCL hikes petrol pump price to N950/litre
NNPCL hikes petrol pump price to N950/litre
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has raised petrol prices to N925 per litre in Lagos and N950 per litre in Abuja, effective April 2, 2025.
This represents an N65 increase from the previous price of N860 per litre in Lagos and an N70 increase from the previous price of N880 in the North.
Last week, MRS and other independent marketers increased the price of petrol, raising its pump price to ₦930 per litre in Lagos and ₦960 for residents living in the northern part of the country.
Industry experts stated that the new increase is a direct fallout of the recent suspension of sales of petroleum products in naira by the Dangote refinery.
The adjustment reflects changes in Nigeria’s deregulated fuel market, including competition, supply costs, and global oil price trends.
It also coincides with the appointment of new leadership at the national oil firm, NNPCL, by President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday. The board was also restructured.
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The NNPCL retail stations in Fadeyi, Ago Palace Way, and Ogba, as well as the NNPC station on College Road, have adjusted their prices to N925.
In Ikeja, outlets on Acme Road and the Lagos-Abeokuta Motorway have also raised their pump prices to the new rate.
However, due to logistical delays, not all NNPC stations in Lagos may have updated their prices simultaneously.
In the Federal Capital Territory, the national oil firm station located along the Kubwa motorway upped its price to N950 from N880 per litre. Other stations along Wuse effected the same increase.
This adjustment follows months of price competition. In March 2025, NNPC dropped their pricing to N860 per litre, matching Dangote Refinery’s lower rates.
However, due to rising global oil prices, exchange rate fluctuations, and changes in crude oil sourcing costs, NNPC has now revised prices upward.
Earlier in 2025, NNPC had supplied petrol at N925 per litre in December 2024 before various price adjustments.
The present rate in Lagos remains cheaper than in certain other places, including Abuja, where rates recently stood at ₦880 per litre.
NNPCL hikes petrol pump price to N950/litre
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Toyota corporation taps on Winpart by CFAO to distribute CWorks batteries in Nigeria
Toyota corporation taps on Winpart by CFAO to distribute CWorks batteries in Nigeria
Leading distributor and importer of high-quality automotive spare parts and lubricants in Nigeria, Winpart by CFAO, has commenced the distribution of Cworks batteries in Nigeria.
Cworks is a premium automotive battery brand from Toyota Tsusho Corporation.
The battery introduction, the company says, marks a new era of reliability, durability, and high performance for Nigerian motorists and businesses.
The firm in a statement obtained by Newstrends says as an official distributor and importer of top-quality automotive spare parts, Winpart by CFAO has continued to bring globally trusted brands to Nigeria, ensuring that vehicle owners and businesses have access to world-class solutions.
Developed under the renowned Toyota Tsusho Corporation, Cworks batteries are engineered to deliver superior power, a longer lifespan, and consistent performance in all driving conditions.
Winpart by CFAO says CWorks is a product of “renowned Toyota Tsusho excellence, designed to meet global automotive standards; long-lasting performance, built for durability and resilience on Nigerian roads and weather conditions.”
The company disclosing that the batteries are now available through Winpart by CFAO outlets added that the product would facilitate “reliable power supply, ensuring smooth engine starts and sustained power for all vehicle types”.
General Manager of Winpart by CFAO, Mohamed TALEB, said, “We are excited to introduce Cworks batteries to Nigerian motorists. As a brand from Toyota Tsusho Corporation, Cworks battery reflects the same commitment to quality and performance that Toyota is known for worldwide.
“With Winpart by CFAO, Nigerians can now enjoy a battery that delivers reliability, longevity, and value.”
According to the firm, through Winpart by CFAO, Cworks batteries will be available across Nigeria via authorized dealers and service centres, ensuring easy access to high-quality battery solutions.
The company added that more information on CWORKS Batteries, can be obtained from its website- www.winpart.com.ng.
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