NCC launches internet governance working group to strengthen online safety and AI accountability

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) launched an Internet Governance Working Group at its inaugural symposium on the subject, held in Lagos on October 15, 2026. Abraham Oshadami, Executive Commissioner for Technical Services, called for stakeholder cooperation to address risks involving artificial intelligence, online fraud, privacy and child protection. He cited the Internet Code of Practice 2026 and the Cyber Resilience Framework for the Nigeria Communication Sector as tools to make the digital environment safer and more resilient. The new group is intended to sustain dialogue and encourage coordinated action.