Cash Transfer: Millions of Poor Nigerians Excluded from Cash Transfers Due to Lack of NIN Says World Bank

Millions of Poor Nigerians Excluded from Cash Transfers Due to Lack of NIN

According to a recent World Bank report, less than 1% of registered poor Nigerians have a National Identification Number (NIN). This means that millions of people who are eligible to receive government cash transfers are not able to access them. CONTINUE READING…

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The report, titled "Nigeria: Bridging the Digital Gap and Expanding Financial Inclusion," found that only 0.9% of registered poor Nigerians have a NIN. This is despite the fact that the government has made it mandatory for all Nigerians to have a NIN.

The lack of a NIN is a major barrier to accessing government services, including cash transfers. Without a NIN, people cannot open bank accounts, apply for loans, or receive government benefits.

The World Bank report recommends that the Nigerian government take steps to increase the number of poor Nigerians who have a NIN. These steps could include:

Increasing the number of NIN registration centers
Making NIN registration easier and more accessible
Raising awareness of the importance of NIN registration

The Nigerian government has made some progress in increasing the number of people who have a NIN. In 2018, the government launched a "Get Your NIN" campaign, which led to a significant increase in the number of people who registered for a NIN.

However, there is still more work to be done. Millions of poor Nigerians still do not have a NIN, and they are missing out on essential government services. The Nigerian government should continue to take steps to increase the number of people who have a NIN so that everyone can access the services they need.

Here are some additional insights from the World Bank report:

The lack of a NIN is a particular challenge for women and rural residents.
The government should consider using alternative forms of identification to verify eligibility for cash transfers.
The government should invest in digital literacy programs to help people understand the importance of having a NIN.

Conclusion

The lack of a NIN is a major barrier to accessing government services for poor Nigerians. The Nigerian government should take steps to increase the number of people who have a NIN so that everyone can access the services they need.

Source: Nairamatics

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