Digital Bridge Institute (DBI), Nigeria’s premier ICT capacity-building institution, participated in the inaugural Internet Governance Symposium (IGS) 2026, organised by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) on Thursday, October 15, 2026, at the Radisson Blu Hotel, Ikeja, Lagos.
The high-level, multi-stakeholder symposium provided a platform for industry leaders, regulators, technical experts and other stakeholders to strengthen engagement on internet governance, support the implementation of the Internet Code of Practice (ICOP) 2026, and address critical issues relating to cybersecurity, online safety and Nigeria’s evolving digital ecosystem.
Representing the President/Chief Executive Officer of DBI, Mr. David Daser, was Mr. Akin Ogunlade, Head of DBI Lagos Campus. Other members of the DBI delegation were Mr. Ikenna Ogbanufe, Mr. Israel Baiye and Mr. Olabisi Alabi.
Representing the Executive Vice Chairman (EVC) of the NCC, Dr. Aminu Maida, was Engr. Abraham Oshadami, Executive Commissioner, Technical Services, who shared insights into the Commission’s ongoing commitment to promoting a secure, open and resilient digital environment in Nigeria.
The symposium also attracted Mrs. Mary Uduma, Coordinator of the West Africa Internet Governance Forum (WAIGF), alongside representatives of telecommunications operators, Internet Service Providers (ISPs), technical community organisations, academia, civil society groups and development partners.
DBI’s participation underscores its commitment to advancing digital capacity development, strengthening institutional partnerships and contributing to policy conversations shaping Nigeria’s digital future.
As an institution dedicated to ICT training, research, and human capital development, DBI remains committed to collaborating with the NCC and other stakeholders to promote responsible internet governance, deepen digital literacy, strengthen cybersecurity awareness, and support the sustainable growth of Nigeria’s digital economy.
Signed:
Soji Fagbemi
Head, Public Affairs/ Media Relations
Digital Bridge Institute
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