NGNOG 2025

Towards Stronger, Smarter, and More Secure Nigerian Networks
Ready to Level Up Nigeria’s Internet Infrastructure? Join us in Abuja this October! The Nigerian Network Operators Group (ngNOG) invites you to our 2025 event, featuring a 4-day Internet Routing & BGP Workshop in collaboration with the Network Start-Up Resource Centre (NSRC).

Building Your Network Monitoring Stack: From Linux to Grafana Workshop

Details

This training program is designed to equip participants with essential skills in Linux system administration, containerization using Docker, managing containers with Portainer, and implementing network monitoring solutions using SNMP, Prometheus, and Grafana. The course will provide hands-on experience and practical knowledge to ensure proficiency in these critical areas.

Training Objectives At the end of this training, participants will:

  1. Understand fundamental Linux system administration concepts.
  2. Gain proficiency in Docker containerization and container orchestration.
  3. Learn how to use Portainer for efficient container management.
  4. Implement and configure SNMP for network monitoring.
  5. Integrate Prometheus for metrics collection and monitoring.
  6. Visualize network and system performance data using Grafana.
Prerequisites
  1. Participants should have a basic understanding of IT infrastructure
  2. Each participant should have a laptop with internet access.
  3. Virtual lab environments will be provided for hands-on sessions.
Agenda
Day Topic Session 1 (9:00am - 12:00pm) Session 2 (1:00pm - 05:00pm)
Day 1: October 13 Linux & Containerization Fundamentals Session 1: Introduction to Linux and command-line basics, file system structure, and management . Session 2: Introduction to containerization with Docker , covering installation, images, and working with containers.
Day 2: October 14 Container Management & Network Monitoring Session 1: Manage Docker environments with Portainer , including creating, deploying, and monitoring containers .

Session 2: Understand SNMP for network monitoring and set up Prometheus to collect metrics.
Day 3: October 15 Data Visualization & Network Health Session 1: Learn Grafana to create custom dashboards and visualize system and network data .

Session 2: Best practices for monitoring and visualization, followed by the closing ceremony.
Day 4: October 16 CONFERENCE DAY
Instructors
Adewale Oronti

As a Network Engineer and Researcher at the Federal University of Technology, Akure, Adewale Oronti is committed to building local capacity. He serves as an instructor for ngNOG and volunteers with the Internet Society Nigerian Chapter, where he has trained network engineers and facilitated classes across the country.

Cletus Okolie

With over a decade of experience in IT management and network solutions, Cletus Okolie currently serves as the Head of IT Security and Compliance at the Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria (AMCON). Prior to joining AMCON in 2016, his career included roles as IT Manager at Datasphir Solutions and NOC Manager at Eko-Konnect Research and Education Initiative. As a recognized expert in the field, Cletus also shares his knowledge as an instructor for the Nigerian Network Operators Group (ngNOG).

Inquiries and Sponsorship

For any questions regarding the ngNOG 2025 event or to explore sponsorship opportunities, please don’t hesitate to reach out to the NGNOG Secretariat. You can contact us via:

  • Email: info@nog.ng or ngnog@forum.org.ng
  • Phone: +234 9060008966