The Nigeria Immunology and Infection Network (NiiN) an initiative of the Medical Biotechnology Department, National Biotechnology Development Agency was created consequent upon approval by the National Council on Science and Technology in 2017 and 2018 with the aim of expanding and strengthening immunology research and vaccine development in Nigeria. This network will bridge the gap in collaborative research and exchange of ideas and expertise among the academia, industry and clinical institutions spread all over the country.The VIIN brings together researchers and scientist from diverse disciplines across various nodes within Nigeria who have an interest in infectious disease, vaccine and immunology.