The Federal Government of Nigeria today officially launched the ECOWAS National Biometric Identity Card (ENBIC), marking a major milestone in efforts to enhance ease of doing business, promote economic prosperity, regional integration and strengthen security across the ECOWAS region. The roll-out ceremony in Abuja brought together representatives of the ECOWAS Commission, senior government officials, members of the diplomatic corps, the organised private sector, and the media.
Speaking on behalf of the President of the ECOWAS Commission, H.E. Dr. Omar Alieu Touray, the ECOWAS Commissioner for Economic Affairs and Agriculture, Dr. Kalilou Sylla, stated that the introduction of ENBIC in Nigeria “demonstrates that ECOWAS is moving from vision to action, accelerating the delivery of free movement and regional integration for all citizens.” Nigeria’s Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, described the launch as a landmark achievement for the country, noting that it comes 11 years after the initiative was conceived by ECOWAS.
