Tag: #Cybersecurity
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PRIVACY FIRST: NDPC RALLIES NIGERIA ON ETHICS IN THE DIGITAL AGE
As AI and big data reshape the economy, stakeholders say trust, ethics and teamwork must come first. Stakeholders across Nigeria’s digital ecosystem have called for stronger collaboration, ethical governance and public trust as the country deepens its digital transformation. The message came through loud and clear at the National Data Privacy Summit organised by the…
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TRUST, ETHICS KEY TO NIGERIA’S DIGITAL FUTURE – STAKEHOLDERS
Experts urge stronger collaboration to protect personal data as Nigeria embraces emerging tech. At the National Data Privacy Summit in Abuja, stakeholders from government, regulators, and the private sector highlighted that trust, ethics, and collaboration are central to safeguarding personal data amid Nigeria’s digital transformation. The summit marked Global Data Privacy Day 2026 and the…
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FEDERAL GOVERNMENT COMMITS TO TECHNOLOGY-DRIVEN NATIONAL SECURITY AT CDI ANNUAL CONFERENCE
Lieutenant-General Emmanuel Undiandeye, Chief of Defence Intelligence (CDI), emphasized Nigeria’s determined use of technology to boost national security at the 2025 CDI Annual Conference in Abuja. The conference, themed “Multi-source Intelligence Innovation in a Challenging National Security Ecosystem,” gathers defence advisers, attachés, and regional coordinators to evaluate evolving security threats. Undiandeye outlined Nigeria’s complex security…
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NIRA REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO SECURE NIGERIA’S DIGITAL SPACE, COLLABORATES WITH GOVERNMENT AND GLOBAL BODIES
The Nigeria Internet Registration Association (NiRA) reiterated its unwavering dedication to safeguarding Nigeria’s digital environment and working closely with government agencies to combat cybercrime and misuse of digital resources. NiRA President Mr. Adesola Akinsanya disclosed that the association actively partners with bodies including NITDA, NCC, ONSA, and law enforcement to discourage internet fraud. Akinsanya clarified…
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SOPHOS INTELIX INTEGRATES WITH MICROSOFT COPILOT FOR SMARTER CYBERSECURITY
Sophos, a global pioneer in cybersecurity, has announced new integrations connecting Sophos Intelix its advanced cyber threat intelligence platform with Microsoft Security Copilot and Microsoft 365 Copilot. Simon Reed, Sophos’ Chief Scientific Research Officer, said this allows organizations to access real-time Sophos threat intelligence directly within Microsoft’s AI-powered environments, strengthening defense and speeding up threat…
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CYBERSECURITY EXPERT WARNS OF SOPHISTICATED ONLINE SCAMS, URGES USE OF 2FA
Adamu Musa, a cybersecurity expert at Abuja’s X Hub, warns that online scams have grown increasingly sophisticated, targeting everyone from regular users to top IT professionals. He highlights employee carelessness and advanced tactics like domain spoofing and AI-generated phishing as major risks. Musa urges all internet users to enable two-factor authentication (2FA) for stronger protection,…
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MALAYSIA REAFFIRMS STRONG PARTNERSHIP WITH NIGERIA ON TRADE, EDUCATION, AND SECURITY
Six decades of friendship and growing cooperation set the stage for a brighter future. Malaysia’s High Commissioner to Nigeria, Aiyub Omar, renewed Malaysia’s commitment to deepening ties in palm oil trade, education, security, and South-South cooperation at a reception marking Malaysia’s 68th National Day and 60 years of diplomatic relations. Omar hailed Nigeria as a…
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NIGERIA AND UK VOW TO DEEPEN PARTNERSHIP ON DEFENCE, TRADE, AND CYBERSECURITY
Stronger ties ahead as Nigeria and the UK commit to collaboration and youth empowerment. At a bilateral meeting in New York, Vice President Kashim Shettima and UK Deputy Prime Minister David Lammy pledged to strengthen cooperation across defence, trade, migration, and cybersecurity. Shettima also spoke at the UNICEF-hosted Global Leadership Council Meeting, highlighting Nigeria’s focus…
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ECOWAS URGED TO DEPLOY AI TO TACKLE REGIONAL SECURITY CHALLENGES
AI poised to revolutionize West Africa’s fight against terrorism, extremism, and border crimes. Cybersecurity expert Prof. Uche Mbanaso called on ECOWAS to adopt AI tools for peacebuilding, counterterrorism, and public safety. He stressed the need for an ethical, unified framework and enhanced digital infrastructure to maximize AI benefits while safeguarding human creativity. Key proposals include…
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NCC INTRODUCES TOUGHER CORPORATE GOVERNANCE RULES FOR TELECOMS
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has rolled out stricter corporate governance guidelines for telecom operators to boost transparency, risk management, and investor confidence. Dr. Aminu Maida, NCC’s Executive Vice-Chairman, emphasised that strong governance is now essential—not optional—in safeguarding Nigeria’s digital future amid cybersecurity and climate risks. The new rules require balanced boards with ICT and…
