ONSA, CSCS To Host Cybersecurity Conference On Synergising AI, Infrastructure

The Central Securities Clearing System (CSCS) Plc has announced the forthcoming 2024 Cybersecurity Conference on synergizing artificial intelligence (AI) and infrastructure.

The event organised by the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA) and CSCS will take place in Abuja on October 17, 2024. This year’s conference is themed ‘Cybersecurity: Synergizing AI and Infrastructure’ and will bring together national and international leaders to discuss the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into cybersecurity strategies and infrastructure.

The collaboration between the ONSA and CSCS will ensure robust participation of Nigeria’s leading public and private sector institutions at the conference. Since its inception in 2019, the conference has been a high-profile event bringing together leading cybersecurity professionals, government officials, financial institutions, telecommunications, fin-techs, and industry regulators.

Its main objective is to advance cybersecurity awareness and explore innovative strategies for creating a more resilient cyber environment.

Speaking at the press conference, the coordinator, National Cybersecurity Coordination Centre, Ahmad Abubakar said “this conference represents a strategic initiative to foster collaboration between government, private sector leaders, and international experts, as we seek to build a more secure and resilient cybersecurity landscape in Nigeria.”

He said further that “this one-day conference marks a crucial step in advancing the discourse on cybersecurity in Nigeria and beyond. As cyber threats continue to evolve and become more sophisticated, there is a pressing need to bolster our defences by integrating AI into our cybersecurity infrastructure.

Also, managing director, and chief executive officer of CSCS, Haruna Jalo-Waziri stated “the collaboration between CSCS and Office of the National Security Adviser in organising this conference is a testament to our commitment to fostering a secure environment for Nigeria’s financial markets and beyond. We recognize that cybersecurity is not an issue that any one organisation or sector can tackle alone. It requires collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and coordinated action across all levels of government and industry.”

Head of ERM & Resilience Service at CSCS, Isioma Lawal stated “we are excited about coming together to tackle critical challenges. It is essential that we not only invest in infrastructure but also in developing the young talents that Nigeria is blessed with.

“By building human capacity, we can nurture a new generation of cybersecurity experts. As we move forward, we must address the increasing risks posed by AI, and work towards a future where our data remains secure.”