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Nigeria boosts Cybersecurity As FG hosts Landmark Workshop To Protect Infrastructure
Joel Ajayi
The Federal Government of Nigeria has taken a significant step in strengthening the country’s cybersecurity defences by hosting a Critical National Information Infrastructure (CNII) Protection and Resilience Workshop. This landmark event, held at the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA) in Abuja, brings together policymakers and sector regulators to fortify cybersecurity across Nigeria’s key infrastructure sectors.
In his address at the event, the Honourable Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun emphasized the importance of attending the event to fully grasp the level of commitment being made to cybersecurity protection.
He highlighted the surge in cyber threats affecting both government entities and private individuals, emphasizing the crucial role cybersecurity plays in protecting Nigeria’s digital assets.
The Minister also commended Nigeria’s security agencies for their tireless work in upholding national security, expressing confidence in their continued efforts to combat digital threats.
National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu underscored the workshop’s significance as a vital step in enhancing Nigeria’s cybersecurity defences. *The primary goal,* Ribadu noted, *is to mitigate threats and build resilience within Nigeria’s critical information infrastructure,* a mission crucial for safeguarding national security and supporting economic growth.
The workshop supports an executive order, cited by Ribadu and amended in the Cybercrimes Act, which grants the National Security Adviser authority to designate specific computer systems and networks as critical infrastructure, thereby mandating their protection to uphold national security and public safety.
High-profile attendees included Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru, Economic and Financial Crimes Commission Executive Chairman, Olanipekun Olukoyede, Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps Commandant General, Ahmed Audi, Nigeria Governors’ Forum Director General, Abdulateef Shittu, and TETFUND Executive Secretary, Sonny Echono, among others.
The workshop is expected to conclude with a comprehensive action plan aimed at bolstering cybersecurity resilience across Nigeria’s essential infrastructure sectors. This plan will provide a roadmap for implementing effective cybersecurity measures, ensuring the country’s critical infrastructure remains secure and resilient in the face of evolving cyber threats
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Lagos Women Run: Kit Collection Begins Tuesday
Cyril Ogar
The collection of kits for the forthcoming 2026 Lagos Women Run starts on Tuesday at the Teslim Balogun Stadium, Lagos.
Coordinator of the annual event, Tayo Popoola, who stated this stressed that all was set for the exercise.
Popoola explained that it was important to create enough time for this to ensure the event starts promptly on Saturday at the Tafawa Balewa Square. Time is 7.am.
“Registered participants have three days to collect their kits while those who prefer to wear their own kits can also do so on Saturday.
“We understand that some people might not have the chance and that is why we are flexible about this,” Popoola said.
The 10km run holds on November 14.
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