The age proposal is, therefore, to protect minors. Parents and guardians can acquire SIMs in their names on behalf of their children and wards in which case they assume whatever responsibilities or liabilities arise from the usage o such SIMs, a measure expected to also strengthen national security.
The Federal Government of Nigeria is planning to enforce the need for National Identity Numbers (NIN) to be acquired and submitted by Nigerians and valid passports and visas presented by foreigners before any Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card can be registered and activated successfully, Busines
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