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Federal Republic of Nigeria

Services

← Family & community
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Register a birth

Get an official birth certificate for your child.

The National Population Commission registers births and issues birth certificates.

Who is eligible

Parents or guardians of a child.

How to apply

  1. 1 Visit a birth registration centre
  2. 2 Provide the child and parent details
  3. 3 Verify the record
  4. 4 Collect the birth certificate
Apply on the official site →
Provided by
National Population Commission
Verified agency
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Official website
https://nationalpopulation.gov.ng

Related services

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Register to vote

Get your Permanent Voter Card and update your details.

Independent National Electoral Commission
benefit Free
Access disability support and rights

Support, protection and empowerment for persons with disabilities.

National Commission for Persons with Disabilities