The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has lauded the Nigeria Internet Registration Association (NiRA) for its effective management of Nigeria’s country-code top-level domain, .ng, describing it as a critical contributor to the growth of the nation’s digital economy.
The commendation was delivered at the Tech Convergence 2026 conference, where the Director General of NITDA, Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, represented by the Director of E-Government and Digital Economy, Salisu Kaka, conveyed a goodwill message on behalf of the agency.
Speaking at the event, Kaka highlighted the significant achievements recorded by the Nigeria Internet Registration Association in managing the national domain name system. He noted that NiRA’s success validated NITDA’s decision to entrust the association with the administration of the .ng domain and has contributed meaningfully to strengthening Nigeria’s digital ecosystem.
According to him, the association’s performance has demonstrated its capacity to drive innovation and support the country’s digital transformation agenda. He also indicated that NITDA is considering expanding its partnership with NiRA by assigning additional responsibilities that could further enhance Nigeria’s digital infrastructure and online presence.
The conference, themed “Strengthening Nigeria’s Digital Independence: The Role of Policy, Digital Identity & .NG for Economic Growth,” brought together policymakers, technology experts, industry leaders, and other stakeholders to explore strategies for advancing Nigeria’s digital sovereignty and accelerating economic growth through technology.
Participants emphasized the importance of robust digital infrastructure, effective policy frameworks, and increased adoption of the .ng domain as key elements in building a resilient and globally competitive digital economy.
The event underscored the growing collaboration between NITDA and NiRA in fostering digital innovation, promoting local content, and strengthening Nigeria’s position in the global digital landscape.
