NITDA Begins Cyber Security Awareness Month

The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has started the 2024 cyber security awareness campaign.

A statement from the office of the director-general of NITDA, Malam Kashifu Inuwa, said the awareness would focus on the growing of cyber-attacks.

The campaign will focus on raising awareness on critical cybersecurity issues, including: Business Email Compromise (BEC), Smishing and Vishing, Spear Phishing, Securing Personal Information and Public Wi-Fi Security.

The 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.

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.