UK moves against cybercrime in Nigeria as menace claims $500m yearly

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UK moves against cybercrime in Nigeria as menace claims $500m yearly
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United Kingdom has expressed concern over the grave impact of cybercrime on Nigeria, even as the Nigerian Communications Commission

confirmed that the most populous black nation loses about $500 million yearly to the menace. confirmed that the most populous black nation loses about $500 million yearly to the menace.

Highlighting data from Kaspersky, a leading cyber security firm, Jumare reiterated Nigeria’s unfortunate distinction as the African country with the highest number of cyber threats over the past years. Bayelsa State coordinator for the programme, Philip Slaboh, commended the positive impact of the Bright Futures project, noting the tangible changes in the behaviour and outlook of perverse youths.

Ogun tech community has appealed to Governor Dapo Abiodun to prioritise the digital economy in the state and invest in programmes that promote innovation, entrepreneurship, and skills development in the sector.

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