October/November 2026
Shape the Future of Nigeria’s Internet
The Nigerian School on Internet Governance returns in 2026, a flagship program that develops leaders across policy, technology, civil society, and academia.
Edition
About
Building Nigeria’s Internet Leaders
The Nigeria School of Internet Governance (NSIG) trains new opinion leaders in all aspects of Internet Governance — from a global perspective, with a focus on the Nigerian reality.
The program helps students, academics, private-sector professionals, and government officials gain comprehensive, structured knowledge of internet governance and its importance for Nigeria’s digital future.
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Curriculum
Three pillars.
An integrated curriculum, taught by leading practitioners.
01/03
Policy & Law
Legal frameworks, digital rights, and the policy fabric shaping Africa’s internet.
02/03
Technology
Protocols, infrastructure, AI governance, and the systems beneath the web.
03/03
Economy & Society
Markets, culture, access, and the people who make the internet matter.
The Program
A 2-Month Intensive Journey
The program integrates policy, law, economics, social science, and technology into a coherent curriculum designed for real-world impact.
01
Policy & Legal Frameworks
Deep dive into national and international internet governance structures, treaties, and regulatory frameworks shaping the digital landscape.
Economics
02
Technology & Infrastructure
Understanding how the internet works — from DNS and IP addressing to cloud infrastructure and emerging technologies like AI and blockchain.
Technical
03
Digital Rights & Society
Exploring cybersecurity, data privacy, digital inclusion, freedom of expression, and the socio-cultural dimensions of internet access.
Rights & Society
04
Economic Dimensions
How internet governance intersects with digital economies, e-commerce, fintech regulation, and Nigeria’s broader development agenda.
Economics
05
Africa & Global IG
Nigeria’s role within African internet governance bodies (ICANN, AfriNIC, African Union) and participation in global forums like IGF.
Economics
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Applications are open. Join a diverse cohort shaping Nigeria’s digital future. The program is free to attend.
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Location
Abuja, Nigeria
The 2026 (7th) edition is hosted at Lokoja, Kogi State, Northcentral Nigeria.
Lokoja, Kogi State, Northcentral Nigeria.
October/November 2026
Our Partners
Supported By Leading Organizations
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Ready to Shape Nigeria’s Digital Future?
Applications are open to students, academics, government officials, and private sector professionals. The program is free — just bring your passion for the internet.
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