The Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation & Digital Economy, in collaboration with the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), has announced that Nigeria has been officially selected as the host country for the 2025 edition of the International Conference on Theory and Practice of Electronic Governance (ICEGOV).
The confirmation, made by the United Nations University Operating Unit on Policy-Driven Electronic Governance (UNU-EGOV), marks a significant milestone in Nigeria’s digital transformation journey. According to a statement on the ministry’s website, this development underscores the country’s leadership in digital governance, innovation, and technological advancements on the global stage.
ICEGOV is a globally recognized conference that brings together governments, academia, international organizations, industry leaders, and civil society to share insights, research, and best practices in electronic governance. Hosting the event presents a unique opportunity for Nigeria to strengthen its digital ecosystem, foster multidisciplinary collaborations, and drive policy innovations that will shape the future of governance in Africa and beyond.
Minister of Communications, Innovation & Digital Economy, Dr. ‘Bosun Tijani, hailed the selection as a recognition of Nigeria’s commitment to digital transformation and innovation in governance.
“Nigeria’s selection to host ICEGOV 2025 is a recognition of our efforts to drive digital transformation and innovation in governance. I am a firm believer in the importance of academia and research in supporting global discussions on e-Governance, and we have seen this reflected in government initiatives such as the National AI Strategy and the National Digital Economy and e-Governance Bill. These initiatives are laying the foundation for the growth of Nigeria’s Digital Economy. As we prepare to welcome global stakeholders to Nigeria, we look forward to impactful outcomes that will benefit digital governance and policy development worldwide,” Dr. Tijani stated.
NITDA will serve as the local organizer for ICEGOV 2025, spearheading efforts to facilitate knowledge exchange, capacity building, and policy dialogue. The agency’s role in hosting this global event underscores its strategic commitment to shaping the future of e-Governance, Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI), and sustainable digital transformation on a global scale.
