In the heart of Gwagwalada, a narrative unfolded at the NIN office, echoing frustration and tales of hardship. In the early hours of the day, applicants found themselves entangled in a distressing situation, as the management of the enrollment center added an unexpected chapter to their ordeal.
A source, who ventured to the NIN office with aspirations of enrolling, shared a disheartening account with Chronicles Reporters. The management, it seemed, had resorted to desperate measures, requesting money from applicants to fuel their generator. The reason? A stark absence of electricity to power their essential computers.
As the clock ticked away, and hopeful individuals were kept waiting for hours, the power outage occurred at noon. However, instead of swift resolution, a new demand emerged — a demand for money to purchase fuel. Those who resisted found themselves in a prolonged state of anticipation, with over 30 individuals left in limbo due to the absence of fuel to operate the equipment.
It wasn’t until 2 pm that a glimmer of relief surfaced. A generous man stepped forward, offering a sum of 3000 Naira to procure the much-needed fuel. This act of kindness enabled the resumption of the enrollment process, bringing relief to those who had patiently endured the waiting game.
Yet, beneath the surface of this troubling incident, a deeper issue emerged. Citizens lamented the inherent difficulties in enrolling for NIN, with some voicing concerns about a VIP list. These VIPs, alleged to be individuals paying substantial amounts of money, were reportedly bypassing the standard queue and due process.
In the echoes of these grievances, a community found itself grappling not only with the challenges of bureaucracy but also with the stark reality of inequality. The NIN office, meant to facilitate a crucial process, inadvertently became a stage for a disheartening drama, leaving citizens questioning the fairness and efficiency of the system.