The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has shut down its Lagos office, DAILY POST reports.

It was gathered that a crowd had besieged the NIMC’s premise on Monday, seeking to register for their National Identity Number (NIN).

However, after distributing forms to the enrollees, the process ended abruptly.

It led to confusion and tension, especially with a looming December 31 deadline announced by the Nigeria Communications Commission (NCC).

Some officials explained that they had to halt the process because they received orders from above.

There are reports that some police officers are at the entrance of the NIMC office in Lagos, with the building shut.