How To Apply Birth, Death Registration, Certificate As FG Launches Online Platform 

The federal government has unveiled a new digital platform that enables Nigerians to register births and deaths, apply for birth attestation, correct civil registration records and verify certificates online as part of efforts to modernise the country’s civil registration system.

The platform, developed by the National Population Commission (NPC), was announced on Tuesday by the National Orientation Agency (NOA), which said the initiative is designed to simplify access to civil registration services and reduce the long queues and paperwork associated with obtaining birth and death certificates.

According to the NOA, Nigerians can also visit any NPC registration centre nationwide for assistance.

“Getting a birth or death certificate in Nigeria just got easier! You can also visit any NPC registration centre nationwide for assistance,” the agency stated.

The agency explained that proper registration of births and deaths provides citizens with a legal identity and improves access to essential services such as healthcare, education, passports, banking and other government programmes.

How To Apply For A Birth Certificate

Applicants can begin the process through the NPC self-service portal:

• Visit the online birth registration portal: NPC Birth Registration Portal
• Birth registration for children under five years remains free at all NPC registration centres.
• Online self-service birth registration attracts a ₦5,000 processing fee.

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for online birth registration:

• The child must have been born in Nigeria.
• The child must possess a National Identification Number (NIN).
• At least one parent must be a Nigerian citizen.
• One parent must have a valid birth certificate.
• The certificate can only be downloaded once after successful processing.
• Applicants who need another copy must apply for a certificate reprint through the NPC portal.
• All payments made are non-refundable.

How To Register A Death

The NPC stated that death registration remains free of charge.

Applicants are required to:

• Provide the informant’s National Identification Number (NIN).
• State the reason if the deceased did not have a NIN.
• Complete the required information on the deceased, including:
  • Personal details.
  • Place of death.
  • Usual place of residence.
  • Occupation.
  • Date of death.
  • Cause of death.
  • Marital status.
  • Literacy level.
  • Whether the death was certified by a medical doctor.
• Select the registration state, Local Government Area (LGA) and preferred NPC registration centre.

The Commission said applicants will receive a confirmation email once the registration process has been completed successfully.

Where To access The Services

Nigerians can access the online services through the following official portals:

• Birth Certificate Application: NPC Birth Registration Portal
• Death Registration Portal: NPC Death Registration Portal

The NPC added that applicants who require physical assistance can visit any of its registration centres across the country for support.