Nigeria Advances Digital Inclusion with Nationwide Awareness Forum

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC)  will host the inaugural Digital Economy Awareness and Sensitization Fora to strengthen policy and innovation for a digital future. Scheduled for November 13, 2025, the event will focus on bridging gaps between policy and infrastructure to promote inclusive digital development. The forum carries the theme: “Leaving No One Behind: Digital Assets, Equity, and Empowerment” and will bring together policymakers, industry experts, and community stakeholders.

Sessions will address the design of inclusive digital policies, accessible infrastructure deployment, adaptive digital literacy programs, and affordability of digital services. With Africa’s young population, and Nigeria contributing significantly to the 60% under-25 demographic, the NCC aims to harness this potential while ensuring equitable digital access for all citizens.

The initiative highlights the importance of stakeholder collaboration, involving regulatory bodies, academia, the private sector, and development partners. Key collaborators include the Universal Service Provision Fund (USPF), National Orientation Agency (NOA), National Council of Women Societies (NCWS), Association of Telecommunications Operators of Nigeria (ATCON), FintechNGR, Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA), Terra Industries, Association of Nigerian Inventors (ANI), Secondary Education Board (SEB), Nigerian University Commission (NUC), Joint National Association of Persons with Disabilities (JONWAD), Imose Technologies, and the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE).

The event will feature panel discussions, exhibitions from innovators, fintech organizations, and students, showcasing Nigeria’s digital ecosystem. Nationwide access will be ensured through a live stream available on a dedicated portal at scf.ncc.gov.ng.