NITDA hosts cyber security awareness month
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) will begin an awareness summit to ensure citizens’ safety and security online as part of activities in commemoration of October as Cyber Security Awareness Month. A statement from the office of the Director-General of NITDA, Malam Kashifu Inuwa, obtained yesterday by City & Crime, indicated that the awareness […]
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The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) will begin an awareness summit to ensure citizens’ safety and security online as part of activities in commemoration of October as Cyber Security Awareness Month.
A statement from the office of the Director-General of NITDA, Malam Kashifu Inuwa, obtained yesterday by City & Crime, indicated that the awareness would focus on the growing of cyber-attacks.
The month-long campaign is designed to educate both individuals and organisations on key cybersecurity trends, threats and preventive measures.
The statement also indicated the campaign is in commemoration of the global Cyber Security Awareness Month and targets organisations, parents and children, youth, and corporate organisations.
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This year’s theme, ‘Secure Today, Protect Tomorrow’, underscores the importance of taking proactive steps to safeguard against cyber threats in an increasingly digital world.
“Throughout the month, NITDA will focus on equipping citizens and businesses with the necessary tools and knowledge to enhance their security practices, stay safe and avoid criminality while online,” it added.