Voting opened/ on October 31st, 2025, and will run for 20 days, closing at midnight on November 19th, 2025.

Over the past eight years, the .ng Awards have recognized more than 100 organizations and individuals who have leveraged the .ng domain to build and strengthen Nigeria’s internet ecosystem.

The Awards serve not only as a platform to celebrate excellence but also as a powerful vehicle for promoting the .ng brand and advancing Nigeria’s online identity.

Mr. Adesola Akinsanya, the president of NiRA, emphasized the importance of this year’s edition in his statement,

“The 8th edition of the .ng Awards is a celebration of progress and innovation within Nigeria’s digital ecosystem. Each nominee represents the growing trust, relevance, and adoption of the .ng domain across industries.”

The nomination process, which was open to the public for 15 days, across 19 categories including;

• Most Innovative Service Provider Online,
• Best Banking Website/Portal,
• Best Insurance Website/Portal,
• Best E-payment Website/Portal,
• .ng FinTech Company of the Year,
• Best E-commerce Website,
• Best Tertiary Institutions, Polytechnics, College of Education and School of Nursing Website/Portal,
• Best Primary/ Secondary School Website/ Portal,
• Startup Company of the Year,
• Local Hosting Company, 
• Technology Hub Website/Portal, 
• Agric-Tech Company of the Year,
• Digital Innovation in State Government,
• Digital Innovation in Federal Government,
• Best Print Media Website,
• Best Online Media Website,
• Electronic Media Website (Television),
• Electronic Media Website (Radio) and
• Company of the Year category.

To view the full list of shortlisted nominees and cast your vote, visit the .ng Awards website.

The 8th edition will be particularly special, as it coincides with NiRA’s 20th anniversary in 2025, marking a significant milestone of two decades of stewardship, innovation, and leadership in Nigeria’s internet landscape.

Mr. Peter Oluka,  the chairman of the .ng Awards Committee, reflected on the significance of this moment,

“We congratulate all 88 shortlisted nominees for their continuous contributions to the growth of Nigeria’s digital space through the .ng domain. This year’s Awards carry even greater meaning as we celebrate two decades of NiRA’s excellence and reflect on the evolution of the .ng domain as a key pillar of our national digital identity.”

The .ng Awards feature two distinct categories: the General Awards, which comprise 19 publicly nominated and voted categories, and the Presidential Awards, conferred directly by NiRA’s leadership to honour exceptional impact and contribution to Nigeria’s internet growth.

Mrs. Oluwaseyi Onasanya, NiRA’s chief operating officer, speaking on the core mission of the .ng Awards, noted,

“The .ng Awards reflect NiRA’s broader mission of showcasing the .ng domain as the foundation of Nigeria’s digital identity”

Following the voting phase, winners will be selected through the Awards criteria and evaluation process and announced at the .ng Awards Night, which will be held in December 2025.

For further information on the voting process and the full list of nominees, visit here.

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Organised by the Nigeria Internet Registration Association (NiRA), the event took place at the Muson Centre, Onikan, Lagos, and celebrated leaders who have leveraged the .ng domain to drive innovation, growth, and right standing across Nigeria’s digital sector.

Themed “The Innovators of 2024,” the 7th .ng Awards celebrated businesses, individuals, and organisations that are advancing Nigeria’s internet ecosystem through creativity, local content, and technological impact. 

Speaking on the awards, Mr. Adesola Akinsanya, president of NiRA, said they are part of the Association’s focus on promoting the .ng domain as a symbol of national pride and an enabler of digital transformation.

He said that Techeconomy’s recognition as NiRA Presidential Award for Best Supportive Media Partner “reiterates its relentless efforts in amplifying the importance of the .ng domain and supporting Nigeria’s tech sector”. 

Speaking on the honour, Mr Peter Oluka, editor of Techeconomy, said: “This recognition affirms our steadfastness in driving Nigeria’s digital prospects through responsible and impactful journalism. We have always believed in the .ng domain as an important element of Nigeria’s digital identity, and this award inspires us to do even more.”

Organised annually by NiRA, the awards aim to spotlight the unlimited power of the .ng domain in areas such as e-commerce, fintech, education, media, and governance.

Winners were selected based on criteria including website relevance, functionality, user experience, and local content creation. Public votes accounted for 40% of the total score, with the remaining 60% determined by a distinguished judging panel.

Techeconomy’s Contributions to the .ng Domain Ecosystem

Techeconomy has consistently highlighted the strategic importance of the .ng domain in Nigeria’s growing digital economy. 

During the NiRA Tech Convergence 1.0 Fireside Chat, Mr Oluka emphasised the .ng domain’s dual role as a branding tool and a representation of Nigeria’s identity in the global digital space.

“The .ng domain gives businesses and individuals a unique identity that points out their connection to Nigeria. It’s not just a technical tool; it’s a symbol of national pride and global competitiveness,” said Mr Oluka.

He also pointed to the branding and Search Engine Optimization (SEO) advantages of the .ng domain, stating that businesses using .ng are more visible within Nigeria while remaining accessible globally.

“For example, at Techeconomy, our traffic consistently comes not only from Nigeria but also from countries like the US, UK, South Africa, and Ghana. The .ng domain helps businesses attract both local and international attention,” he explained.

The Significance of the Award

The Best Supportive Media Partner award reaffirms Techeconomy’s indispensable role in promoting Nigeria’s internet space. 

Through its thought leadership, the platform has empowered startups, SMEs, and established companies to leverage the benefits of the .ng domain.

Techeconomy has helped amplify the relevance of the .ng domain and encouraged digital adoption across sectors. The company’s focus on supporting the space deserves this recognition.

He said that Techeconomy will continually drive conversations around the adoption of the .ng domain and stimulate a resilient digital economy in Nigeria. 

The platform encourages businesses and individuals to embrace the .ng domain, emphasising its affordability, local advantages, and global reach.

For those interested in registering their own .ng domain, visit register.ng for seamless onboarding into Nigeria’s digital ecosystem.

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Set to take place on Friday, November 17th, 2023, the ceremony will shine a spotlight on exceptional individuals and organizations that have significantly contributed to advancing the .ng brand, symbolizing Nigeria’s distinctive online presence.

As the official Registry for the .ng domain name, NiRA operates as a stakeholder-driven entity, overseeing the comprehensive database of registrations within the .ng country code Top Level Domain (ccTLD) namespace.

This pivotal role serves the interests of both the Nigerian population and the broader global internet community.

Mr. Adesola Akinsanya, President of NiRA, underscores the significance of acknowledging accomplishments within the domain industry.

He stated, “In this year’s edition, NiRA is dedicated to honoring those entities that have played pivotal roles in propelling the .ng domain name forward and fostering growth within the Domain Name System (DNS).”

He reassures stakeholders that the awards are based on merit, recognizing the unwavering efforts of nominees and eventual winners. Akinsanya also extends his heartfelt congratulations to potential nominees and future recipients of this distinguished recognition.

Furthermore, Mrs. Eyitayo Iyortim, Chief Operating Officer (COO) of NiRA, emphasizes the crucial role of the 2023 Awards in commending extraordinary achievements.

She highlights that these awardees significantly enhance the reputation of .ng both locally and on the global stage, contributing to the enrichment of local content within the worldwide web.

Nominations for the .ng Awards opened on Thursday, August 24th, 2023, and will conclude at midnight on Sunday, September 17th, 2023.

All eligible individuals and organizations are strongly encouraged to submit their nominations via the Awards website. For further information or to engage in the nomination process, visit here.

Following the nomination phase, the voting stage is set to commence on Monday, September 25th, 2023, and will conclude at midnight on Tuesday, October 24th, 2023.

The list of verified nominees, along with the voting link, will be made accessible to the public. Anticipation is high as the countdown to the main ceremony unfolds.

The pinnacle of the event, the awards ceremony itself, is scheduled for Friday, November 17th, 2023. Kindly take note that attendance to this illustrious gathering is exclusively by invitation. Your presence at the event would be an honor and a celebration of the outstanding achievements within the domain industry.

“We look forward to your active participation in this remarkable occasion”, NiRA said.

To participate in the sixth .ng awards nomination process, click here

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The 2022 NiRA .ng Awards, the fifth in the series, was held in Lagos recently with twenty-two (22) private entities and four (4) public institutions, as well as six (6) individual recognized.

The winners of the 2022 .ng Awards in the various categories are as follows: .NG Company of the Year, GigaLayer Web Hosting & Domains; Best Local Hosting Company, Smart Web Nigeria Limited; Most Innovsative Service Provider Online, National Youth Service Corps (NYSC); Best Technology Hub Website/Portal, CoLab; Best Banking or Insurance Website/Portal, Fidelity Bank Plc ; Best AgriTech Company of the year, Groupfarma; Best e-Payment Website/Portal, ALAT by Wema Bank; Digital Innovation State Government, Akwa Ibom State; Best Tertiary Institution Website/Portal, Covenant University; Digital Innovation in Federal Government, Nigeria Mining Cadastre Office ; Best e-Commerce Website, Jumia Nigeria; Best Print Media Website/Portal, Guardian Nigeria; Best Primary/Secondary Website/Portal, Dr. William Kupiec Girls Academy; Best Online Media Website, BusinessDay; Startup Company of the Year, Mydot.NG Web Hosting Company; Best Electronic Media Website (Television),  Benue TV; .NG Fintech Company of the Year, ALAT by Wema Bank; Best Electronic Media Website (Radio), Planet101.1FM.

Others are Best .NG ccTLD Registrar Platinum Category, WhoGoHost Limited; Best .NG ccTLD Registrar at Gold Category, Icecool Contracts Limited; Best .NG ccTLD registrar at Silver Category, Vistacool Technologies Limited; Best .NG ccTLD Registrar at Standard Category, Mcreal Online Networks Systems Limited; Best Supporting Media Partner, RaveTv; .NG Most Supporting Sponsor, National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA); NiRA Special Award for Jury Members, Webguru.ng Limited and Hostnownow Limited, respectively.

Individuals who have distinguished themselves in the .NG domain name system were also honoured with Special Recognition awards.

They are; Dr. Isaac. Adeola. Odeyemi , Dr. Chris Nwannenna, Mr. Shehu Sikiru, Reverend Sunday Folayan and Mrs. Edith Udeagu, while Mrs. Sola Akinpelu  of HerVest NG received the NiRA Presidential award for Women Development

In his speech at the event, Mr Muhammed Rudman, President of NiRA, said the Association roll out drums to celebrate the awardees for upholding the .NG brand, adding that “.ng Awards celebrate the achievements and innovation of Nigerian Internet initiatives.

“The awards promote Nigerian businesses, individuals, charities, and public and private sector organisations which help to make the Internet a more secure, open, accessible, and rewarding experience for all by using .ng domains for their online presence.

“From 6^th March 2022 to 10^th April 2022, the General Public was encouraged to nominate and vote for worthy companies who are using the .ng domain name for their businesses and have promoted the .ng brand.

“We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all; the General Public, NiRA members, NiRA stakeholders, members of the press, NiRA Accredited Registrars, nominees, and winners for their participation throughout the awards process”, he said.

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