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Nigeria
AI Regulation

In progressSummary last updated: 22 Mar 2026

Current position

Overview

Nigeria's National Digital Economy and E-Governance Bill, which includes comprehensive AI provisions, was progressing through the National Assembly as at March 2026, with passage expected by end of the month. The Bill proposes a risk-based framework, mandatory annual impact assessments for high-risk AI applications in finance and public administration, regulatory sandboxes, and fines of up to ₦10 million or 2% of annual revenue for non-compliance. NITDA is the designated lead authority.

Key legislation & sources

  • NITDA (National Information Technology Development Agency) — AI regulatory body

  • Nigeria National AI Strategy

  • AI Regulation Bill — National Assembly

Regulatory developments

Latest updates

Latest event import:

Updates sourced from Digital Policy Alert ↗. Recent activity from the last three months.

  1. implementation

    Internet Code of Practice including rules regarding deployment of AI and emerging technologies, enters into force

    Source: Digital Policy Alert · View update ↗

  2. implementation

    Internet Code of Practice, including non-discrimination requirements, enters into force

    Source: Digital Policy Alert · View update ↗

  3. implementation

    Internet Code of Practice, including design requirements, enters into force

    Source: Digital Policy Alert · View update ↗

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