NIMC Identity Day Competition 2025 | Registration Portal & How to Apply

NIMC Identity Day Competition 2025: In celebration of the 5th Identity Day themed “Identity Concerns All and It Is for All”, the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) invites pupils and students from Primary, Secondary, and Tertiary institutions across Nigeria to partake in an essay, poetry, or artwork contest.

Themes revolve around the essence of identity. Specific guidelines based on the student’s level apply. Submissions can be sent via email or directly to designated NIMC offices. The deadline is 4:00 PM, 18th August 2025. NIMC staff and their families are not eligible.

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The NIMC Identity Day Competition 2025.

The Ministry of Communication and Digital Economy, and the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC), have rolled out the red carpet to celebrate a momentous occasion: the 5th Identity Day. Under the illuminating theme “Identity Concerns All and It Is for All,” this year’s festivity beckons all budding writers, poets, and artists across the Federation to step forward and showcase their talents.

Why Participate in the NIMC Identity Day Competition 2025?

NIMC Identity Day Competition 2025: It’s a golden opportunity to delve deep and explore the profound theme: “The Importance of Identity to Me, You and All” or “What Identity Means to Me”. Whether you’re into weaving words, spinning poetic verses, or capturing imagination on canvas, there’s a spot just for you.

Entry Guidelines:

• For the Essay Aficionados:
  • Primary School: Let your ideas flow, but keep it tight within 250 words.
  • Secondary School: Dive deeper, but cap it at 1000 words.
  • Tertiary: Go all out with your thoughts, but don’t exceed 2000 words.
• Poetry Lovers:
  • Keep your piece concise, ensuring it fits neatly within a single page, irrespective of your educational level.
• Art Enthusiasts:
  • Pour your creativity on either an A4 or A3 canvas.

How to Apply for NIMC Identity Day Competition 2025.

Essays & Poetry: Shoot them over. CLICK HERE.

Artwork: This deserves a special touch! Submit your creations in person or via a representative at your nearest NIMC office:

North Central

• Location: No 1 Habibu Shuaibu Road
• Landmark: Off Federal Secretariat Complex
• City/State: Minna, Niger State

North East

• Location: Buba Shongo Quarters
• Landmark: Opposite CBN, Ashaka Road
• City/State: Gombe, Gombe State

North West

• Location: No 1 Bayajida Road
• Landmark: Off Yahaya Road, Behind Federal Training Center
• City/State: Malali, Kaduna State

South East

• Location: Nigerian Immigration Service
• Landmark: Enugu State Command, Enugu-Abakaliki Expressway
• City/State: Enugu, Enugu State

South South

• Location: No 238 Aba Road
• City/State: Portharcourt, Rivers State

South West

• Area: Beside Adegoke House
• Landmark: Iyana Express, New Garage
• City/State: Ibadan, Oyo State

Kano State

• Location: Taludu by FCE Junction
• Landmark: BUK Road
• City/State: Kano, Kano State

Lagos State

• Location: Plot 1B, Obafemi Awolowo Way
• City/State: Alausa, Ikeja, Lagos State

Federal Capital Territory (FCT)

• Location: The National Identity Management Commission
• Address: 11 Sokode Crescent, off Dalaba Street
• City/State: Wuse Zone 5, Abuja

Closing Date:

Hurry, the countdown is on! All entries must arrive by 4:00 PM on Friday, 18th August 2025.

Have you got queries? The NIMC team is eager to assist. Drop a line at idday2025@nimc.gov.ng.

Please Note:

A gentle reminder to the NIMC family: Staff and their beloved family members are kindly requested to cheer from the sidelines, as they’re exempt from participating in this competition.

Celebrate identity. Celebrate you! Celebrate NIMC Identity Day Competition 2025. Dive into the intricacies of what makes us unique and united. It’s more than a competition; it reflects who we are. So, ready to leave your mark?