My Fellow Advocates and Innovators,
We all understand that the internet is not just a tool—it is the great equalizer, the great connector, and the great amplifier of ideas. And here in Nigeria, through the .ng domain, we are not just users of the internet—we are owners of our digital destiny. Like every nation with its own ccTLD, the .ng domain is a fundamental driver of our digital economy, ensuring that Nigeria’s online presence is built on a foundation that truly belongs to us.
For years, NiRA has stood as the guardian of Nigeria’s online identity, ensuring that our businesses, our stories, and our innovations have a home on a domain that reflects who we are. But today, we must go further. We must not only protect the digital space—we must redefine it. Our advocacy is not just a mission; it is a movement.
Our work in internet advocacy, STEM, and ICT is about more than just technology—it is about people. It is about creating access, fostering innovation, and ensuring that no one is left behind in Nigeria’s digital transformation. This is why we launched the “I AM IN STEM, YOU TOO CAN JOIN” campaign in March—to prove that STEM belongs to everyone, and that women have a rightful place in shaping the future of technology. Through this campaign, we are breaking barriers, amplifying voices, and creating new opportunities. Their stories inspire us—not because they are exceptions, but because they remind us of something powerful: excellence is within reach for all who dare to claim it.
As we come together for our Annual General Meeting on April 30th, I challenge us to reflect on a critical question:
What does advocacy for the .ng domain truly mean to us?
It means ownership—ensuring that Nigerian businesses and entrepreneurs have a domain they can truly call their own.
It means access—so that when a young Nigerian dreams of building the next great tech company, they don’t have to rely on foreign platforms to do it.
It means visibility—so that when the world looks for Nigerian innovation, they find us standing proudly under our own digital flag, not hidden behind borrowed domains.
And most importantly, it means commitment—to ensuring that as we push for a stronger digital ecosystem, we do not leave the .ng domain behind.
The growth of .ng is not just about domain names—it is about our collective success, our digital sovereignty, and our future.
So today, I ask you:
Are you ready to take this movement to the next level?
Are you ready to build a Nigeria where the internet works for us, not just through us?
Are you ready to ensure that every Nigerian—every entrepreneur, every innovator, every dreamer—has the digital foundation they need to thrive?The future of Nigeria’s internet starts with us. Let’s build it together.