The Secrétaire général de la région de Tillabéri, Arma Yaou Maman, officially launched the enrollment operation for the biometric national identity card of the Alliance des États du Sahel (AES) in Tillabéri on October 5, 2026. The ceremony took place at the Direction régionale de la Police nationale de Tillabéri and was attended by the préfet du département de Tillabéri, Saley Sani Beidou, and other officials.
The biometric national identity card is a highly secure document that incorporates several levels of protection to prevent fraud and identity theft. It includes the holder's biometric data, such as fingerprints, photograph, voice, and iris. The card is available to individuals aged 15 and above and is valid for five years. To obtain the card, applicants must provide required documents, including an extract from their birth certificate or a substitute judgment, a certificate of nationality, and proof of residence.
Arma Yaou Maman expressed his satisfaction with the launch of the enrollment operation in the region, highlighting the importance of this initiative in modernizing the legal identification of individuals in Niger. He praised the efforts of the country's top authorities, including Général d'Armée Abdourahamane Tiani, Président de la République, and Ali Mahamane Lamine Zeine, Premier ministre, for making this reform a reality.
The enrollment process involves providing the required documents and paying a fee, which can be done through various payment methods, including Airtel Money, NITA, or AMANA Transfert d'argent. The fee for the standard procedure is 4,500 FCFA, while the express procedure costs 9,000 FCFA. The standard procedure takes three to four weeks, while the express procedure allows applicants to obtain the card within 72 hours.
The launch of the enrollment operation in Tillabéri follows the official launch of the biometric national identity card by Président de la République, Général d'Armée Abdourahamane Tiani, on March 27, 2026. The new identity card is an essential document for citizen identification and is expected to enhance the security and integrity of identification processes in Niger.
The biometric national identity card is part of the country's efforts to modernize its identification systems and enhance the security of its citizens' personal data. The card is expected to be used for various purposes, including identification, voting, and access to public services. The enrollment operation is open to all eligible citizens, who are encouraged to participate and obtain their biometric national identity card.
The authorities have urged citizens to take advantage of this opportunity and enroll for the biometric national identity card, which will serve as a vital document for identification and authentication. The enrollment operation is a significant step towards achieving a more secure and efficient identification system in Niger, and it is expected to have a positive impact on the country's development and security.
Key points
- The biometric national identity card of the Alliance des États du Sahel (AES) was officially launched in Tillabéri, Niger, on October 5, 2026.
- The card is a highly secure document that incorporates biometric data, including fingerprints, photograph, voice, and iris.
- The enrollment operation is open to individuals aged 15 and above, and the card is valid for five years.
