— Our Work
Several Pathways to Participate.
From the annual flagship forum to campus networks, research, and policy dialogue.
This is how NYIGF turns youth participation into structured, ongoing work.
— Flagship Event
Annual Nigerian Youth Internet Governance Forum
The Annual Nigeria Youth Internet Governance Forum is NYIGF’s flagship event, bringing together young Nigerians from all stakeholder groups — academia, civil society, technical community, private sector, and government, to discuss pressing internet governance issues. Each year, the forum addresses a critical theme shaping Nigeria’s digital landscape.
- Objectives
- Provide a platform for Nigerian youth to assess the state of Internet technology in Nigeria and communicate challenges and opportunities to stakeholders
- Enable Nigerian youth to learn about the principles of Internet governance and contribute to developing infrastructure, policy, and standards
- Encourage the integration and inclusion of Nigerian youth in national Internet-related public policy meetings and events
- Format
- High-Level Panel Discussions with policymakers and thought leaders
- Breakout Sessions on specialized topics
- Plenary Sessions for open dialogue
- Expert Sessions with industry specialists
- Youth-Led Sessions for peer-to-peer learning
— Grassroots Network
Digital Campus Ambassador Programme
The Annual Nigerian Youth Internet Governance Forum is NYIGF’s flagship event, bringing together young Nigerians from all stakeholder groups — academia, civil society, technical community, private sector, and government, to discuss pressing internet governance issues. Each year, the forum addresses a critical theme shaping Nigeria’s digital landscape.
- Objectives
- Raise awareness of internet governance issues among university students
- Create a pipeline of young internet governance advocates
- Facilitate youth participation in digital policy discussions
- Build a community of informed digital citizens
- Target Audience
- Nigerian university and tertiary institution students
- Students passionate about technology, policy, and digital rights
- Student leaders and aspiring advocates
- Benefits
- Training and capacity building in internet governance
- Networking opportunities with industry experts
- Access to NYIGF events and programmes
- Leadership and advocacy experience
- Recognition as a youth leader in digital governance
Success Stories
The programme has engaged students from institutions across Nigeria, creating a vibrant community of young digital advocates who are now contributing to internet governance discussions at local, national, and international levels.
— Skills & Training
Capacity Building Initiatives
Through webinars, workshops, and training sessions, NYIGF equips young Nigerians with the skills needed to navigate the digital space responsibly and contribute to policy-making processes.
- Pre-Event Webinar Series
These webinars provide foundational knowledge on internet governance principles and prepare participants for the main forum.
- Introduction to Internet Governance Principles
- Youth Participation in Internet Governance
- Understanding IGF, ICANN, and WSIS
- Digital Rights and Responsibilities
- Digital Literacy Initiatives
Practical training that builds everyday digital skills and online safety awareness.
- Cybersecurity awareness training
- Data protection and privacy education
- Digital skills development
- Online safety and cyber hygiene
- Upcoming
- Policy Research Network (PRN) — training in policy-oriented research
- Digital Campus Ambassadors Programme — campus-based capacity building
Policy Dialogues
NYIGF facilitates structured dialogues between youth and key stakeholders — government agencies, civil society, private sector, and technical communities — to discuss emerging internet governance issues and shape policy recommendations.
- Themes Explored
- Digital Rights and Inclusion
- Cybersecurity and Online Safety
- Internet Universality
- Youth Participation in Policy Making
- Data Governance and Privacy
- AI Governance and Ethics
- Digital Transformation
- Outcomes
- Annual communiqués with policy recommendations
- Youth inputs into national digital policy discussions
- Engagement with regulatory bodies (NDPC, NCC)
- Contributions to regional and global IGF processes
- Key Dialogues
- High-Level Panel Discussions (2020–2025)
- Breakout Sessions on specialized topics
- Q&A Sessions with policymakers
Youth Engagement Activities
NYIGF creates diverse opportunities for young Nigerians to engage with internet governance beyond the annual forum.
Since 2024
- Secondary School Engagement
This track brings teenagers into internet governance discussions through:
- Interactive sessions on digital rights
- Online safety education
- Peer-led discussions
- Expert guidance on responsible internet use
- Community Engagement
- Remote hubs for hybrid participation
- Grassroots awareness campaigns
- Community network building
Ongoing
- Post-Forum Activities
- Follow-up webinars and discussions
- Research and publications
- Policy advocacy initiatives
- Decentralized hubs in Port Harcourt and Abuja
- Partnerships with educational institutions
- Publications
Annual Forum Reports
2020 - 2025
Communiqués
2023 – 2025
Special Projects
NYIGF undertakes special projects and initiatives to address specific challenges and opportunities in Nigeria’s digital ecosystem.
- NYIGF 2025 Webinar Series
A pre-event series introducing participants to key internet governance organizations.
Key Project
- Smart Africa Youth Chapter of Nigeria
A collaboration opportunity emerging from 2025 activities, focused on advancing youth leadership and participation in Africa’s digital transformation.
Key Project
- Remote Hub Initiative
Establishing decentralized hubs across Nigeria to facilitate hybrid participation and include youth from underserved regions.
- Future Projects
- Expansion of Digital Campus Ambassador Programme
- Enhanced partnerships with educational institutions
- Policy Research Network development
- Increased youth representation in national digital policy processes
