For millions of Nigerians, poor network service is not an anomaly; it is the frustrating norm. Affordability slows digital quality of lifeAmid the concerns, the quality of digital life in Nigeria, though slightly appreciated in 2025, remained low when compared to other countries in the region. The seventh edition of Surfshark’s Digital Quality of Life Index (DQL) 2025 ranked Nigeria 97th globally (previously 100th). The study assessed countries’ overall digital well-being across five areas: Internet affordability, Internet quality, digital infrastructure, digital security, and artificial intelligence. Surfshark said Nigeria performed best in digital security, claiming 58th place, but faced challenges in Internet quality, ranking 117th.

Source: The Guardian December 24, 2025 10:39 UTC