Nigeria has taken a significant step in bolstering its cybersecurity framework with the enactment of the Cybercrime (Prohibition, Prevention, etc.) Act, 2024. The updated law aims to address emerging threats in the digital space, protect critical national information infrastructure, and promote safer online practices for individuals, businesses, and government agencies. […]
Cybercrime
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has rescinded its directive to banks and other financial institutions to impose a cybersecurity levy on electronic transfers. Initially issued on May 6, the directive required commercial, merchant, non-interest, and payment service banks, as well as mobile money operators and payment service providers, […]
The International Police Organisation (INTERPOL) has appointed Nigerian Police Commissioner Ifeanyi Uche as the Chairman of the African Heads of Cybercrime Units, comprising leaders from 54 nations. Uche, currently serving as the Commissioner of Police overseeing the NPF National Cyber Crime Centre, succeeds Ratjindua Tjivikua of Namibia in this role. […]
