Nigeria's Security Experts Call for Overhaul Amid Rising Cyber Threats

• •Nigeria experiences over 4,000 cyberattacks weekly, highlighting significant security risks.
• •The conference called for a shift from reactive to proactive security management strategies.
• •Key initiatives include the Telecom Identity Risk Management System and critical infrastructure protections.

At Nigeria's inaugural Enterprise Security Risk Management Conference on June 10, 2026, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and risk management professionals advocated for a comprehensive overhaul of the national security framework. The conference highlighted that Nigeria faces over 4,000 cyberattacks weekly, with significant vulnerabilities in its telecommunications infrastructure, including more than 27,000 fibre cuts in 2025. Dr. Aminu Maida of the NCC emphasized the need for a shared responsibility model among stakeholders to enhance digital resilience. The conference underscored the interconnected nature of contemporary threats, including cybercrime and terrorism, and called for a shift from reactive to proactive security measures. Key initiatives discussed included the Telecom Identity Risk Management System and enhanced corporate governance requirements to address these challenges.