The Nigerian Communications Commission and the National Information Technology Development Agency are partnering with the Ndukwe Kalu Foundation to host the 2025 edition of the Child Online Safety Protection and Reporting of Abuse Summit, a flagship national event focused on child protection in the digital space.
Themed “Empowering Digital Citizens: Building a Safer Online Generation”, the COSPRA 2025 Summit aims to unite Nigeria’s leading voices in technology, education, and child protection to address one of the most pressing challenges of the digital era: creating a safer online environment for children and young people.
The event, supported by the Nigeria Internet Registration Association, will also feature the Internet Society, the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons, and the Lagos State Education Board as co-sponsors and implementing partners. It is scheduled to be held on November 20, 2025, at the Afe Babalola Hall, University of Lagos.
According to the Executive Secretary of the Ndukwe Kalu Foundation, Erica Okibe, the summit is more than just an annual gathering; it is a movement to safeguard Nigeria’s digital future.
“COSPRA isn’t just another summit; it’s a clarion call to action,” Okibe said. “We are uniting institutions, parents, and digital stakeholders to empower our young people to thrive safely and responsibly in the online world.”
Now firmly established as a flagship initiative, COSPRA has evolved into a rallying point for government agencies, educators, innovators, and advocates working to combat online abuse, misinformation, and child exploitation. The 2025 edition will feature interactive panels, policy dialogues, youth innovation showcases, and a national pledge for child online safety.
The Ndukwe Kalu Foundation said the collaboration with NCC and NITDA underscores a shared national priority, ensuring that as Nigeria’s digital economy expands, young internet users are protected from harmful online experiences.
As Nigeria’s digital landscape continues to evolve, COSPRA serves as a reminder that online safety is an essential part of digital citizenship.
“Protecting children online is not optional; it’s essential,” Okibe added. “Together, we can build a safer, more responsible digital generation.”
