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Cybersecurity: Nigerian Govt moves to curb cyber attacks

Thursday, April 23, 2026

Nigeria’s federal government is set to create a National Cybersecurity Coordination Council, partnering with private firms and industry groups to strengthen defenses for the country’s fast‑growing digital economy. The move aims to curb rising cyber attacks, offering businesses and consumers greater protection and confidence in online activities.

The Federal Government has initiated renewed efforts to enhance Nigeria’s cyber defenses. The government is introducing plans to collaborate with private sector operators and industry stakeholders to establish a National Cybersecurity Coordination Council, which aims to safeguard the nation’s rapidly expanding digital economy from emerging cyber threats. This initiative was revealed by the Minister of […] Cybersecurity: Nigerian Govt moves to curb cyber attacks