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This table provides metadata for the actual indicator available from Nigeria statistics closest to the corresponding global SDG indicator. Please note that even when the global SDG indicator is fully available from Nigerian statistics, this table should be consulted for information on national methodology and other Nigerian-specific metadata information.

Definition and concepts

This indicator is defined as the proportion of individuals who used the Internet from any location in the last three months. The Internet is a worldwide public computer network. It provides access to a number of communication services including the World Wide Web and carries e-mail, news, entertainment and data files, irrespective of the device used (not assumed to be only via a computer − it may also be by mobile telephone, tablet, PDA, games machine, digital TV etc.). Access can be via a fixed or mobile network
Data last updated Mar 27, 2025
Metadata last updated Apr 22, 2025

This table provides information on metadata for SDG indicators as defined by the UN Statistical Commission. Complete global metadata is provided by the UN Statistics Division.

Indicator

Indicator 17.8.1: Proportion of individuals using the Internet
Target

Target 17.8: Fully operationalize the technology bank and science, technology and innovation capacity-building mechanism for least developed countries by 2017 and enhance the use of enabling technology, in particular information and communications technology
Metadata update

2024-07-29
International organisations(s) responsible for global monitoring

International Telecommunication Union (ITU)
Related indicators

4.4.1, 4.5.1, 9.c.1, 17.6.1

Source 1

Organisation

National Bureau of Statistics (NBS)
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