Nigeria: Design requirements in Internet Code of Practice 2025
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Internet Code of Practice, including design requirements, enters into force
On 13 August 2026, the Internet Code of Practice, including design requirements, enters into force. The Code requires internet access service providers to offer optional parental control measures, including content filters and monitoring tools, eith…
Internet Code of Practice, including design requirements, enters into force with grace period
On 15 May 2026, the Internet Code of Practice, including design requirements, enters into force with grace period. The Code requires internet access service providers to offer optional parental control measures, including content filters and monitor…
Communications Commission adopted Internet Code of Practice including design requirements
On 13 February 2026, the Communications Commission adopted the Internet Code of Practice, including design requirements. The Code requires internet access service providers to offer optional parental control measures, including content filters and m…
Communications Commission closes consultation on Draft Internet Code of Practice 2025 including design requirements
On 31 October 2025, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) closes the consultation on the Draft Internet Code of Practice. The draft amends the Internet Code of Practice of 2019. The Code requires internet access service providers to offer opt…
Communications Commission opened consultation on Draft Internet Code of Practice 2025 including design requirements
On 9 October 2025, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) opened a consultation on the Draft Internet Code of Practice (as amended) until 31 October 2025. The draft amends the Internet Code of Practice of 2019. The Code requires internet acces…