Nigeria has formally announced its intention to retain its seat on the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) Council for the 2027–2030 term, reinforcing its ambition to remain an active voice in shaping the future of global digital infrastructure.
The announcement was made by ‘Bosun Tijani on the margins of the 2026 ITU Council Meeting in Geneva. The move signals Nigeria’s continued commitment to international collaboration on telecommunications policy and digital development.
A member of the ITU since 1961, Nigeria has played a consistent role in global discussions on connectivity and digital inclusion. Over the years, it has contributed to key policy conversations, including efforts to strengthen submarine cable resilience and expand access to meaningful internet connectivity across developing regions.
As digital transformation accelerates worldwide, Nigeria is positioning itself as a strong advocate for more inclusive participation in global technology governance. The country’s engagement in the ITU reflects a broader strategy to ensure that emerging economies have a stronger voice in decisions shaping the digital future.
With the upcoming ITU Plenipotentiary Conference scheduled for 2026, Nigeria is signaling its readiness to deepen its involvement in international digital policymaking. The focus, according to stakeholders, remains on building a more resilient and equitable global digital ecosystem—one that reflects the realities and needs of both developed and developing nations.
Nigeria’s renewed bid underscores a growing recognition of the importance of global cooperation in addressing challenges such as infrastructure gaps, connectivity inequality, and the governance of emerging technologies.
As the digital economy becomes increasingly central to economic growth and development, Nigeria’s continued presence on the ITU Council is seen as an opportunity to amplify African perspectives in shaping the rules and systems that will define the next era of global connectivity.
