The Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation & Digital Economy has announced that Nigeria has been officially confirmed as the host country for the 2025 International Conference on Theory and Practice of Electronic Governance (ICEGOV) edition.
This confirmation by the United Nations University Operating Unit on Policy-Driven Electronic Governance (UNU-EGOV), according to statement on the ministry’s website, marks a historic milestone in our nation’s digital transformation journey, showcasing Nigeria’s leadership in digital governance, innovation, and technological advancements on the global stage.
ICEGOV is a prestigious global conference that convenes governments, academia, international organisations, industry leaders, and civil society to exchange insights, research, and best practices in electronic governance.
Hosting this event presents a unique opportunity to strengthen Nigeria’s digital ecosystem, foster multidisciplinary collaborations, and drive policy innovations that will shape the future of governance in Africa and beyond.
Speaking on this momentous achievement, Dr. ‘Bosun Tijani, minister of Communications, Innovation & Digital Economy, stated:
“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 the academia and research in supporting global discussions on e-Governance and we have seen this in some of the input in government initiatives like the National AI Strategy and the National Digital Economy and e-Governance Bill which are laying the foundation for the growth of Nigeria’s Digital Economy. As we prepare to welcome you all to Nigeria, we look forward to very useful outcomes that will be beneficial for the growth of digital governance and policy development globally.”
With the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) serving as the Local Organiser, ICEGOV 2025 will provide a platform for knowledge exchange, capacity building, and policy dialogue, reinforcing Nigeria’s strategic role in shaping the future of e-Governance, Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI), and sustainable digital transformation.
