Affidavit of Confirmation of
Name in Nigeria

Introduction
An Affidavit of Confirmation of Name is a legal declaration used to attest that different variations of a name appearing on separate documents belong to the same individual. In Nigeria, it is common for people to use initials on some documents (e.g., 'A. B. Musa') while using full names on others (e.g., 'Ahmed Bello Musa'), or to omit a middle name entirely on certain records. This affidavit harmonizes these discrepancies.

Usage Scenarios
This document is essential when applying for a visa, opening a bank account, or claiming insurance/pension benefits where the reviewing authority demands proof that the person holding a driver's license with one name variation is the same person holding a birth certificate with another. It prevents administrative rejections based on 'identity mismatch' errors.

Structure and Validity
The affidavit clearly lists the different variations of the name found on the conflicting documents and explicitly states that they all refer to the deponent. It does not necessarily 'correct' a mistake (like the Correction of Name affidavit) but rather 'confirms' that the existing variations are valid and belong to one legal entity. It is often accompanied by the exhibit of the documents in question when presented to authorities.