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Nigeria Launches National Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2026

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2 October 2026

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Nigeria's National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has launched National Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2026 to promote shared digital security responsibility amid rising AI-driven cyber threats. The campaign encourages core cyber hygiene practices including strong passwords, multi-factor authentication, and cautious data sharing to build a resilient cyberspace.

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You face a new baseline for digital security in Nigeria driven by government-driven awareness focused on AI threats. Your operations must prioritise user education and cyber hygiene to maintain trust and avoid fallout from rising cybercrime.

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