📰 Internet Society Nigeria Chapter
Half-Year Report (January – June 2025)
Between January and June 2025, the Internet Society Nigeria Chapter (ISOC NG) recorded remarkable progress in promoting an open, globally connected, secure, and trustworthy Internet across Nigeria. Through collaborative programs, workshops, and advocacy engagements, the Chapter advanced its mission of digital inclusion, safer internet use, and gender empowerment in technology.
1️⃣ January 2025 – Data Privacy Day
Event: Data Privacy Day 2025
Date: January 28, 2025
Focus: Online privacy and data protection awareness with the theme “Take Control of Your Data”.
Location: Online Webinar via Zoom
2️⃣ February 2025 – Safer Internet Day (SID 2025)
In partnership with schools, NGOs, and ministries across Nigeria, ISOC NG celebrated Africa Safer Internet Day with simultaneous events nationwide, raising awareness on digital safety, cyber responsibility, and responsible online behavior.
Locations & Links:
- Kogi SID Workshop, Lokoja
- Kano SID Celebration, Sharada
- Sokoto SID Workshop, JSS Ruggar Waru
- Jos SID Workshop, Plateau
- Abeokuta SID Workshop, Ogun
- Surulere SID Workshop, Lagos
- Calabar SID Seminar, Cross River
- Akwa Ibom SID Seminar
- Enugu SID Workshop
- Abuja SID Workshop, Maitama
Collectively, over 1,500 participants (students, teachers, and young professionals) were reached.
3️⃣ March 2025 – Women and Digital Inclusion
Event: International Women’s Day (IWD) 2025
Date: March 11, 2025
Location: Jos, Plateau State
Description: In collaboration with the Nigeria Computer Society (NCS) Plateau State Chapter, the Chapter celebrated women in ICT, focusing on mentorship and empowerment.
4️⃣ April 2025 – Girls in ICT Day Nationwide Celebrations
In alignment with ITU’s global “Girls in ICT Day”, ISOC NG organized coordinated events across 15+ states including Sokoto, Kano, Borno, Lagos, Oyo, Ondo, and others.
Each event inspired young girls to explore STEM careers and digital innovation.
Highlights and Links:
- Sokoto Girls in ICT Day
- Kano Girls in ICT Day
- Ondo Girls in ICT Day
- Lagos Girls in ICT Day
- Rivers State Girls in ICT Day
- Jos Girls in ICT Day
- Kogi Girls in ICT Day
- Bayelsa Girls in ICT Day
- Abuja Girls in ICT Day
- Kebbi Girls in ICT Day
- Adamawa Girls in ICT Day
These events collectively reached over 2,000 young girls, promoting inclusion and digital empowerment.
5️⃣ May 2025 – Regional and International Engagements
- Workshop: Internet and Data Center Connectivity – Lagos
Focused on broadband access and data center collaboration.
🔗 Post - Conference: West Africa Internet Governance Forum (WAIGF 2025) – Abuja
The Chapter participated and contributed to discussions on digital policies and Internet governance.
🔗 Post - Panel Discussion: Collaboration with Paradigm Initiative on Global Digital Compact – Abuja
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6️⃣ June 2025 – International Representation
- Open Forum – IGF 2025 – Norway
Theme: Digital Literacy as a Pre-condition for Universal Access
🔗 Post - Dynamic Coalition on Schools of Internet Governance (DC-SIG)
ISOC NG shared lessons from NSIG and capacity-building initiatives.
(Hybrid participation – Norway and Online)
Summary
| Month | Key Focus | No. of Activities | Estimated Participants |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | Data Privacy & Awareness | 1 | 70 |
| February | Online Safety & Digital Literacy | 15+ | 1,500+ |
| March | Women Empowerment | 1 | 50 |
| April | Girls in ICT Nationwide | 15+ | 2,000+ |
| May | Policy & Infrastructure | 3 | 1,500+ |
| June | Global Representation | 2 | 200+ |
Conclusion
From January to June 2025, ISOC Nigeria Chapter successfully conducted 30+ impactful activities, reaching over 5,000 participants across all six geopolitical zones. These programs continue to advance the Internet Society’s mission of an open, globally connected, secure, and trustworthy Internet for everyone.