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Can I be arrested for this? by Prophit(op): 8:45pm On Jun 21, 2025

I bought a new MTN line 2 weeks ago.

Prior to this, I had only one mtn line. So I bought another one making it 2.

So today I had issues with my KUDA account, and I needed to give a number linked to my NIN. I gave my first MTN line. But they said it was not linked to my NIN.

This was a shock. I asked the customer care rep to check again, and they did. It was the same response.

I gave my new line, but they couldn't use it since it was very new.

I then decided to check if my first MTN is linked to my NIN

Lo and behold it was not.

But the second/new line was.

That is not even the craziest part.

I found 3 other numbers linked to my NIN.

Numbers I don't know about.

Ahhhh.

Kilode

When did I have 4 MTN lines that I don't know about.

So first question, how do I unlink those strange numbers? Someone please help.

Secondly, can I get arrested if anyone using the other numbers commit a crime and the number is traced?

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Re: Can I be arrested for this? by immortalcrown(m): 8:55pm On Jun 21, 2025

Unlink the unknown numbers. That's the solution.

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Re: Can I be arrested for this? by Prophit(op): 8:56pm On Jun 21, 2025

immortalcrown:
Unlink the unknown numbers. That's the solution.

How can I unlink?
Is there an app?
Or do I go to Nimc?

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Re: Can I be arrested for this? by immortalcrown(m): 9:04pm On Jun 21, 2025

Prophit:
How can I unlink?
Is there an app?
Or do I go to Nimc?

Get NIMC app from Playstore. It can work.

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Re: Can I be arrested for this? by Pat081: 9:35pm On Jun 21, 2025

Go to mtn office online comment may not give you good answer

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Re: Can I be arrested for this? by Ex0rrcist: 11:58pm On Jun 21, 2025

Go to mtn office, tell them you want to unlink with list of the numbers. I unlink every now and then to buy mtn mifi.

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Re: Can I be arrested for this? by Kobicove(m): 6:39am On Jun 22, 2025

Your best bet is to go to MTN office to unlink the numbers that don't belong to you

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Re: Can I be arrested for this? by CharlotteFlair: 8:39am On Jun 22, 2025

This is the handiwork of those roadside telecoms vendors.

When they use loudspeakers to invite you to buy, register and activate your sim immediately, this is exactly what they do.

They link unknown persons Nin to others sim cards.

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Re: Can I be arrested for this? by pointblank247(m): 8:40am On Jun 22, 2025

It can lead to anything including death sentence depending on the crimes linked to the linked numbers

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Re: Can I be arrested for this? by Rexymania(m): 9:26am On Jun 22, 2025

This is what they did when they started linking NIN with our line. Anyway, report yourself to any nearest MTN closest to you

Re: Can I be arrested for this? by justmatiu: 9:33am On Jun 22, 2025

just download the nimc mobile apk from playstore and report those number via tha app.

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Re: Can I be arrested for this? by Obviouslyblunt: 9:51am On Jun 22, 2025

This is why you should never buy and register your sim card from all these roadside sellers. They’ll use your NIN to do other sim registrations. Buy from direct known outlets.

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Re: Can I be arrested for this? by crestedaguiyi: 10:22am On Jun 22, 2025

So how do I check numbers linked to my NIN

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Re: Can I be arrested for this? by free2ryhme: 10:49am On Jun 22, 2025

Prophit:
I bought a new MTN line 2 weeks ago.

Prior to this, I had only one mtn line. So I bought another one making it 2.

So today I had issues with my KUDA account, and I needed to give a number linked to my NIN. I gave my first MTN line. But they said it was not linked to my NIN.

This was a shock. I asked the customer care rep to check again, and they did. It was the same response.

I gave my new line, but they couldn't use it since it was very new.

I then decided to check if my first MTN is linked to my NIN

Lo and behold it was not.

But the second/new line was.

That is not even the craziest part.

I found 3 other numbers linked to my NIN.

Numbers I don't know about.

Ahhhh.

Kilode

When did I have 4 MTN lines that I don't know about.

So first question, how do I unlink those strange numbers? Someone please help.

Secondly, can I get arrested if anyone using the other numbers commit a crime and the number is traced?
Seun
Mynd44
Lalasticlala
Nlfpmod

what you shld have resolve offline privately between Kuda and MTN you dey oepn thread for nairaland

na you go use your own two hands put yourself for trouble

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Re: Can I be arrested for this? by NOGRUDGES(m): 10:52am On Jun 22, 2025

crestedaguiyi:
So how do I check numbers linked to my NIN

So how do I check numbers linked to my NIN
ANS: dail*996#

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Re: Can I be arrested for this? by NOGRUDGES(m): 10:55am On Jun 22, 2025

So first question, how do I unlink those strange numbers? Someone please help.
ANS: Call 300 on your MTN line

Secondly, can I get arrested if anyone using the other numbers commit a crime and the number is traced?
ANS: If it is established in the Court of law that you committed the crime, you'll do the time, but meanwhile you will be detained for criminal investigation.

Prophit:
I bought a new MTN line 2 weeks ago.

Prior to this, I had only one mtn line. So I bought another one making it 2.

So today I had issues with my KUDA account, and I needed to give a number linked to my NIN. I gave my first MTN line. But they said it was not linked to my NIN.

This was a shock. I asked the customer care rep to check again, and they did. It was the same response.

I gave my new line, but they couldn't use it since it was very new.

I then decided to check if my first MTN is linked to my NIN

Lo and behold it was not.

But the second/new line was.

That is not even the craziest part.

I found 3 other numbers linked to my NIN.

Numbers I don't know about.

Ahhhh.

Kilode

When did I have 4 MTN lines that I don't know about.

So first question, how do I unlink those strange numbers? Someone please help.

Secondly, can I get arrested if anyone using the other numbers commit a crime and the number is traced?
Seun
Mynd44
Lalasticlala
Nlfpmod

Re: Can I be arrested for this? by crestedaguiyi: 11:05am On Jun 22, 2025

NOGRUDGES:
So how do I check numbers linked to my NIN
ANS: dail*996#

I don't ever get that sms sent to me when I used that code and select the appropriate options

Re: Can I be arrested for this? by crestedaguiyi: 11:06am On Jun 22, 2025

NOGRUDGES:
So how do I check numbers linked to my NIN
ANS: dail*996#

I don't ever get that sms sent to me when I use that code and select the appropriate options

Re: Can I be arrested for this? by Ayanfeee: 11:28am On Jun 22, 2025

Unlink the unknown numbers and if you can lodge a complaint for future.

Because if those numbers are used for criminal activities and are traced to your Nin, it could lead to your arrest

Re: Can I be arrested for this? by chigoziri2403(m): 11:52am On Jun 22, 2025

How do NIN allow random numbers to be assigned without the owner's permission

Re: Can I be arrested for this? by foxxydude: 2:08pm On Jun 22, 2025

Dial *344#
Select 5 for Parent/Child Link.
Select 6 for Unlink number.
Select the number to unlink.
Then you will receive a notification confirming the line has been un-linked.

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Re: Can I be arrested for this? by ReacherSaidNoth: 2:43pm On Jun 22, 2025

foxxydude:
Dial *344#
Select 5 for Parent/Child Link.
Select 6 for Unlink number.
Select the number to unlink.
Then you will receive a notification confirming the line has been un-linked.

Code doesn't work .,............................................

Re: Can I be arrested for this? by Drsnives(m): 3:05pm On Jun 22, 2025

Yes oo
Seun
Seun
Seun
Seun
Seun
Seun
Seun
Seun

Re: Can I be arrested for this? by scantee(m): 3:08pm On Jun 22, 2025

Download MY Mtn app and unlink them from the app. You can as well update your NIN using the app

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Re: Can I be arrested for this? by Starboytwo(m): 3:08pm On Jun 22, 2025

Wella.

You can be arrested for everything

Re: Can I be arrested for this? by DeltaBachelor(m): 3:09pm On Jun 22, 2025

Hmmmm. Well, this is a dicey one sha. Let me take time to think

Modified :

Yes you can be arrested. Better do the needful NOW !

Re: Can I be arrested for this? by GABRIEL6036: 3:13pm On Jun 22, 2025

😁 it may sound funny but true 👍
Ask Chat Gpt. AI
Low, he will show you the way.

Re: Can I be arrested for this? by Kingdavid579(m): 3:15pm On Jun 22, 2025

Stay safe out there, that's how they are managing to sale pre registered sim to yahoo boys

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Re: Can I be arrested for this? by newoffer: 3:16pm On Jun 22, 2025

Those hackers are doing magic with people's data

Re: Can I be arrested for this? by Chinny024(f): 3:19pm On Jun 22, 2025

Prophit:
I bought a new MTN line 2 weeks ago.

Prior to this, I had only one mtn line. So I bought another one making it 2.

So today I had issues with my KUDA account, and I needed to give a number linked to my NIN. I gave my first MTN line. But they said it was not linked to my NIN.

This was a shock. I asked the customer care rep to check again, and they did. It was the same response.

I gave my new line, but they couldn't use it since it was very new.

I then decided to check if my first MTN is linked to my NIN

Lo and behold it was not.

But the second/new line was.

That is not even the craziest part.

I found 3 other numbers linked to my NIN.

Numbers I don't know about.

Ahhhh.

Kilode

When did I have 4 MTN lines that I don't know about.

So first question, how do I unlink those strange numbers? Someone please help.

Secondly, can I get arrested if anyone using the other numbers commit a crime and the number is traced?

Go to mtn office to unlink them.. Someone took Ur nin carelessly, probably in a cyberspace and registered numbers for others most likely.. Those guys registering along the markets uses it to register and sell to under 18yrs old boys..This I have witnessed in the market..They sell already registered Sims upon request.!!!
Sort it out, just for safety reasons.

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Re: Can I be arrested for this? by uncleck: 3:20pm On Jun 22, 2025

Go to MTN headquarters in your state, they can unlink them. And yes, you can be arrested if any of the lines are used to commit crime. There's NIN racketeering going on across the country. So always check your NIN to be sure...

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Re: Can I be arrested for this? by Nnewison: 3:23pm On Jun 22, 2025

Go to mtn office and tell them the numbers you want to be unlinked they will gladly do it

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