The Nigeria Information Technology Reporters Association (NITRA) and the Association of Licensed Telecommunications Operators of Nigeria (ALTON) have announced a high-level industry forum aimed at developing a practical roadmap for the implementation of the Critical National Information Infrastructure (CNII) Bill and ensuring the long-term sustainability of Nigeria’s telecom sector.
The event, themed “Industry Sustainability and CNII Conference 2025 – Way Forward”, is scheduled to take place on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, at CitiHeight Hotel in Ikeja, Lagos. It is expected to gather key stakeholders from government, telecom companies, regulatory agencies, security institutions, infrastructure providers, academia, and the media.
According to NITRA Chairman, Mr. Chike Onwuegbuchi, while the CNII status granted to telecom infrastructure by the Federal Government is a step in the right direction, it cannot achieve its full purpose without strategic industry collaboration. He noted that declaring telecom infrastructure as CNII is not sufficient in itself and that implementation must follow with clear responsibilities assigned to all actors involved.
The forum will focus on a number of pressing issues, including how best to enforce the CNII Bill, the adequacy of the current legislation, and the specific roles of various stakeholders in supporting implementation. Stakeholders will examine how telecom operators are aligning their internal operations with CNII provisions and the degree to which regulators are ensuring public and institutional compliance.
Speaking on the importance of the gathering, General Secretary of NITRA, Mr. Chidiebere Nwankwo, emphasized the need for public participation. He noted that the forum will offer communities and consumers an opportunity to engage directly with telecom leaders and policy makers on the security and reliability of infrastructure in their localities.
ALTON Chairman, Engr. Gbenga Adebayo, has consistently stressed the urgency of tackling the growing menace of vandalism, theft of telecom assets such as manhole covers and fiber cables, and community resistance to tower installations. He has also advocated for the use of advanced technology and strict compliance to safeguard investments across the telecom value chain.
NITRA stated that one of the key objectives of the conference is to arrive at workable strategies for enforcing the CNII Bill and generating actionable recommendations that stakeholders can commit to. The association underscored the importance of securing the telecom backbone of the country, as it supports economic stability, public safety, national defense, and government functions.
With the telecommunications industry playing an increasingly central role in Nigeria’s economy and security, the organisers believe this forum is both timely and vital. The gathering is expected to yield policy directions, implementation strategies, and increased awareness necessary to protect the digital infrastructure Nigeria relies on daily.
The Industry Sustainability and CNII Conference 2025 is expected to serve as a launchpad for renewed collaboration and public-private sector synergy, laying the foundation for a more secure and resilient digital economy.
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