- Lagos Strengthens Cybersecurity Push Amid Rising Digital Threats
- Omotoso explained that as Lagos continues to grow into one of Africa’s leading tech hubs,l
- Reaffirmed the state government’s commitment to creating a safe digital environment that supports innovation, attracts investment, and builds trust among users
The Lagos State Government has introduced a new set of cybersecurity guidelines aimed at improving digital safety for businesses, government institutions, and residents, Eko Hot Blog reports.
Speaking on the initiative, the Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Gbenga Omotoso, said the move is part of Lagos’ broader plan to position itself as a smart and secure digital city.
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He explained that as Lagos continues to grow into one of Africa’s leading tech hubs, it is also becoming more vulnerable to cyber threats, making it necessary to strengthen protective measures.
Omotoso cited data from the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), which shows that Nigeria loses more than $500 million (about N250 billion) every year to cybercrime. He said this highlights the need for urgent and proactive action.
According to him, the newly released guidelines provide practical steps that can be adopted by small businesses, large organisations, and government agencies to improve their cybersecurity systems.
He added that the framework aligns with existing national policies, including the Cybercrime Act (2024), the Nigeria Data Protection Act (2023), and the National Cybersecurity Policy and Strategy (2021).
Omotoso clarified that the guidelines are not meant to enforce regulations but to serve as a helpful resource for organisations looking to strengthen their digital security.
He also reaffirmed the state government’s commitment to creating a safe digital environment that supports innovation, attracts investment, and builds trust among users.
The commissioner praised the Lagos State Cybersecurity Advisory Council, led by Prof. Fene Osakwe, for developing the framework, and acknowledged the support of the Commissioner for Innovation, Science and Technology, Tubosun Alake.
He added that the guidelines would be reviewed regularly to keep up with new and evolving cyber threats, noting that cybersecurity remains a key part of Lagos’ digital transformation agenda.
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