Revised National Policy on Cybersecurity
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A Policy establishes a comprehensive framework for securing Nigeria's cyberspace and protecting critical information infrastructure. It targets government agencies, private sector organizations, and citizens using digital platforms. This aims to build a resilient digital environment that safeguards national interests and promotes safe online interactions.
Revised National Policy on Cybersecurity
What Is This Policy?
A comprehensive framework that outlines Nigeria's approach to securing its cyberspace, protecting critical national information infrastructure, and promoting safe digital interactions for citizens, businesses, and government institutions.
Who Does It Target?
Government ministries, departments, and agencies (MDAs) Private sector organizations operating digital services Telecommunications and internet service providers Nigerian citizens and businesses using digital platforms
What Does It Aim to Achieve?
Build a secure and resilient digital environment in Nigeria that protects national interests, fosters economic growth in the digital sector, and safeguards citizens from cyber threats.
Key Features
Critical Infrastructure Protection: Identification and safeguarding of key national information systems and networks Incident Response Framework: Establishment of a national Computer Emergency Response Team (ngCERT) for coordinated cyber incident handling Capacity Building: Training and development programmes for cybersecurity professionals Legal and Regulatory Updates: Alignment with the Cybercrimes Act and international cybersecurity conventions Public Awareness: Nationwide campaigns to educate citizens and businesses on safe online practices
Current Status
Rollout Stage: Active with ongoing updates to address evolving threats Coverage: Nationwide, covering all sectors with digital operations Lead Agency: Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA) Supporting Bodies: National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), ngCERT
How to Access
The policy document is available through the Office of the National Security Adviser and relevant regulatory agencies. Visit the NITDA or ONSA website for policy publications Organizations can request compliance guidelines from their sector regulators Report cyber incidents through ngCERT channels
Official Resources
Website: nitda.gov.ng Contact: Office of the National Security Adviser, Abuja
Legal Framework
Operates under the Cybercrimes (Prohibition, Prevention, Etc.) Act 2015, the National Information Technology Development Agency Act 2007, the Nigeria Data Protection Act 2023, the Nigerian Communications Act 2003, and the National Security Agencies Act. Draws on the Budapest Convention on Cybercrime (as a comparative standard), the AU Convention on Cyber Security and Personal Data Protection, and the ECOWAS Directive on Cybercrime.