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DNH/01PRO PORTAL
AI Innovation of the Year
Professional nomination access
DIGITAL NIGERIA HONOURS · 2026
Nigeria’s excellence.
Named. Celebrated. Amplified.
Digital Nigeria Honours recognises organisations and individuals delivering measurable, enduring digital impact across Nigeria. Convened by NITDA in association with Digital Nigeria 2026.
Professional nominations require an access code issued by the Secretariat.
THE 2026 HONOURS · RECOGNITION PROTOCOL
Twelve categories.
One national benchmark.
Every entry passes through an evidence-led assessment layer: published eligibility, documented impact and independent review. Popularity does not determine recognition.
12Categories
02Evidence files
05Jury seats
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DNH/02PUBLIC ACCESS
Startup of the Year
Public + professional nomination
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DNH/03PRO PORTAL
Corporate Digital Transformation of the Year
Professional nomination access
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DNH/04PRO PORTAL
Digital Infrastructure Award
Professional nomination access
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DNH/05PRO PORTAL
FinTech Innovation of the Year
Professional nomination access
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DNH/06PRO PORTAL
Digital Government Initiative of the Year
Professional nomination access
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DNH/07PRO PORTAL
Technology Leader of the Year
Professional nomination access
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DNH/08PUBLIC ACCESS
Young Digital Leader of the Year (Under 35)
Public + professional nomination
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DNH/09PUBLIC ACCESS
Digital Inclusion Champion
Public + professional nomination
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DNH/10PRO PORTAL
Digital Education & Skills Champion
Professional nomination access
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DNH/11PUBLIC ACCESS
Media & Digital Content Award
Public + professional nomination
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DNH/12PRO PORTAL
International Digital Partner of the Year
Professional nomination access
Open public categories: Startup, Young Digital Leader, Digital Inclusion and Media & Digital Content.
Launch nominations →INTEGRITY BY DESIGN
A recognition programme built on evidence.
Independent jury
A five-member jury evaluates eligible nominations free from sponsor or nominee influence.
Verifiable evidence
Every nomination requires at least two supporting documents for Secretariat review.
Permanent recognition
Finalists and winners will form a growing Hall of Fame for Nigeria’s digital achievements.