Design Of A National Identity Card System
(A Case Study Of Immigration National Identity Card Management Information System, Anaocha Local Governemnt Area Anambra State)
The design of a national identity card system entails the intricate development and implementation of a comprehensive framework aimed at securely and efficiently verifying individuals’ identities within a country’s borders. This system encompasses various elements, including biometric data collection, such as fingerprints or facial recognition, to establish unique identifiers for each citizen. Additionally, it involves robust encryption protocols to safeguard sensitive personal information stored within the card’s database, ensuring data privacy and protection against unauthorized access. Furthermore, the system must integrate with existing governmental databases for validation purposes, enabling seamless verification processes across different sectors, such as healthcare, finance, and law enforcement. Through meticulous planning and rigorous testing, the design of a national identity card system aims to enhance security, streamline administrative procedures, and foster trust and confidence in governmental institutions, ultimately contributing to national security and socioeconomic development.
This project is aimed at improving along lasting processing and administration system on Immigration National Identity card Management Information System. It is also aimed at keeping records of all processing and administration system for Immigration National Identity card Management Information System with view of modifying it into a full computerized system. the study covers the areas of application entry, record verification, list generation, code numbering and maintenance of the managed information. The new system developed is very easy to use and gives answers to report generation. Problems which evolved form the existing system as a result of inefficiency will be notified and new system design implemented. During the analysis, examination of written documents, oral interviews as well as text books, journals will be used for data collection and also a source of information. Also, it is expected that a program will be produced in order to help the Immigration National Identity card Management Information System processing and also document identity cards. With references to the rapid growth in the information technology, it is deemed necessary to develop a fully computerized system for the Immigration National Identity card Management Information System processing and administration system through this project.
Title page
Certification
Dedication
Acknowledgement
Abstract
Organization of work
Table of contents
CHAPTER ONE
Introduction
1.1 Statement of the problem
1.2 Purpose of study
1.3 Aims and objectives
1.4 Scope
1.5 Limitations
1.6 Assumptions
1.7 Definitions of terms
CHAPTER TWO
Literature Review
CHAPTER THREE
Description And Analysis Of The Existing System
3.1 Fact finding method used
3.2 Organizational structure
3.3 Objective of the existing system
3.4 Input, process, output analysis
3.5 Information flow diagram
3.6 Problem of the existing system
3.7 Justification for the new system
CHAPTER FOUR
Design Of The New System
4.1 Output specifications and design
4.2 Input specifications and design
4.3 File design
4.4 Procedure chart
4.5 System flow chart
4.6 System requirements
CHAPTER FIVE
Implementation
5.1 program design
5.2 program flow chart
5.3 pseudocode
5.4 source program
5.5 test run
CHAPTER SIX
Documentation
6.1 System documentation
6.2 Program documentation
6.3 Use documentation
CHAPTER SEVEN
Conclusion and recommendation
7.1 Conclusion
7.2 Recommendations
References
INTRODUCTION
The Immigration National Identity card Management Information System Processing and Administration system is the only through way a state and a nation’s population figure can be ascertain. To be accepted in a given locating or geographical area, it is necessary to bear a mark. Mark here does not really mean facial mark rather an identity. This identity card bear your name, states, every single information about you as an individual or person. This therefore boils down to what we know as Immigration National Identity card Management Information System.
The Question is “what is an identity card? As defined by many authors and dictionary including encyclopedia. It is a national document certifying State, nationality, issued by the government of a country to every individual or person that the definition Immigration National Identity card Management Information System can also be called a true image of an individual or person, because it tells well abut a person.”
Every citizen of a country that is of the stipulated age constitution have the right to apply for insurance of the Immigration National Identity card Management Information System in the state he or she is staying. The Immigration National Identity card Management Information System is not issued to people who are not of age. For this reason, there is a need for the maintenance and assessment of records in order to maintain current data concerning an individual. It is also for easy references, to know the number of labour force, Identification and fraud check and also good for revenuer allocation of the federal government for proper population figure.
However, there are different arms in the internal affair ministry which takes the responsibility of checking and issuing the Immigration National Identity card Management Information System. But as it concers our area of interest in this project work, Department of National Civil Registration Under the federal ministry of Internal Affairs, of Anaoch Local government Area of Anambra State will be our target.
1.1 STATEMENT OF THE PROBLEM
Immigration National Identity card Management Information System processing and Administration system is not an easy task. This reason is because it involves absolute carefulness to ascertain a population figure, prevent forgery and avoid the dangers of Impersonation, duplication of multiple Immigration National Identity card Management Information System for one particular person.
Scanning through reports for a file with definite information can be a techniques and time wasting work because of the large volume of record to be scanned. Also to change a particular information may be as a result of marriage, change of name, or loss of the Identity card in other words known as update will also be a tug of way for the individual in charge. It creates weariness and loss of dedication to duties by the staff thereby restricting the powers of the Department of National Civil Registration services following the constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria which states that “No Public Officer shall put himself in a position where his personal interest conflict with his duties and responsibilities” (1999 Constitution 5th schedule point 1 no.1)
Finally, the processing and administration system will be capable of restricting to non authorized person.
1.2 PURPOSE OF STUDY
The primary purpose of the study is to critically anayse the activities of Immigration National Identity card Management Information System Processing and Administration system with a view of controlling forgery and duplication as well as finding a lasting solution to these problems.
1.3 AIMS AND OBJECTIVES
For the fact that this project research is aimed at having comprehensive review of the manual system of operation being carried out in the Identity Card section of the Department of National Civil Registration Anaocha Local government area of Anambra state into a computerized system. the following will be taken into consideration fro subject matters. They are:
– Ensure accurate and timely update of the holder record.
– Check multiple possession of the Immigration National Identity card Management Information System.
– Deprive immigrant who are not citizen of the country form obtaining the Immigration National Identity card Management Information System.
– A proper account of the identity card issued.
– Finally, a proper storage system which keeps all vital information ready for use.
1:4 SCOPE
This is limited to the activities involved in Immigration National Identity card Management Information System Processing and it’s administration system and also report generation on the Immigration National Identity card Management Information System holders Information.
It is on these that the effectiveness and efficiency of the Immigration National Identity card Management Information System section of the Anaocha Local Government Area of Anambra State.
1.5 LIMITATIONS
The limitation is based on the facts which the researcher could not lay hands on pertaining to the study, which evolves the problems of insufficient analysis.
In addition to these limitations are time factors and financial insufficiencies.
1.6 ASSUMPTIONS
Assuming that this design is implemented work flow and assessment as well as record keeping of the Immigration National Identity card Management Information System section of the Anaocha Local Government Area of Anambre State will be made easy, interesting and flexible- also, the management will make quick finding so that conclusion and decision will be reached as aid when due.
1.7 DEFINITION OF TERMS
As we go into this work, some words will need precise definition to enable the reader assimilate the entire contents.
COMPUTER: An electronic machine capable of accepting data in the form of input, processes it under a set of complete condition, stores information or request for references and generated result in the form of output.
APPLICATION: As it concerns this subject matter, it is one who applies to the Department of National Civil Registration for the Issuance of Immigration National Identity card Management Information System of the stipulated age.
CITIZEN: Under the provision of the amended constitution decree No. 32 of 1974, citizen is any person who becomes citizen of any country either by birth, descendant, Registration or Nationalization.|
IDENTITY CARD PROCESSING: The procedure involved in processing and identity card.
IDENTITY CARD ASSESSMENT: The procedure or act of checking Identity card already in use or to be produced.
IMMIGRATION: This is a process whereby people move from the country to another to settle.
EMIGRATION: This is a process whereby people come from one country to settle.
SHARE PROJECT MATERIALS ON:
National Identity Card System:
A National Identity Card System (NICS) is a government-issued program designed to provide citizens or residents of a country with a unique identification document. This card typically contains essential personal information such as name, photograph, date of birth, address, and sometimes biometric data like fingerprints or iris scans. The primary purpose of a National Identity Card System is to establish and verify the identity of individuals within a nation for various purposes, including:
- Identification: It serves as an official proof of identity, allowing citizens to access various government services, open bank accounts, and participate in elections, among other things.
- Security: National identity cards help enhance national security by providing a standardized means of verifying an individual’s identity. This can be crucial for law enforcement and border control.
- Social Services: The cards can be used to determine eligibility for social welfare programs, healthcare services, and other government benefits.
- Financial Transactions: They are often required for financial transactions, such as applying for loans or credit cards, as a means to combat fraud and money laundering.
- Voting: In many countries, these cards are essential for voting in elections to prevent voter fraud and ensure that only eligible citizens can vote.
- Immigration and Border Control: They are used to verify the identity of travelers entering and exiting a country, helping to maintain border security.
- Census and Demographic Data: Governments use the data collected through national identity cards to conduct population censuses and gather demographic information.
- Emergency Services: National identity cards can help emergency responders quickly identify individuals during crises and provide assistance accordingly.
The implementation and design of a National Identity Card System can vary significantly from one country to another. Some countries issue physical ID cards, while others use digital or electronic versions. Biometric data, such as fingerprints or facial recognition, can also be integrated into the card for enhanced security.
However, the establishment of National Identity Card Systems can raise concerns related to privacy, data security, and potential misuse of personal information. Balancing the need for a reliable identification system with protecting individuals’ privacy rights is a significant challenge that governments must address when developing and implementing such systems. Public debate and oversight are essential in ensuring that these systems are used responsibly and ethically.