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Multi-Stakeholder Approach Needed to Minimise Exposure to Cybercrimes – NCC
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has stated that multi-stakeholder approach where all necessary stakeholders within the telecommunications ecosystem play their respective roles will help in minimizing Internet users’ exposure to the risks and dangers of cybercrime.
Felicia Onwuegbuchulam, director, Consumer Affairs Bureau at NCC, stated this during the 108th edition of the NCC’s Consumer Outreach Programme (COP) held at the Imo State University, Owerri.
The Outreach which held on Thursday (18 July 2019) focused on, “Mitigating Effects of Cybercrimes: The Role of Telecom Consumers.”
Onwuegbuchulam said that from a regulatory perspective, the NCC has devoted the theme of its COP and the Consumer Town Hall Meeting (CTM) alike to creating awareness for consumers on what they needed to do to be protected while online as well as developing an Internet Industry Code of Practice for Internet Service Providers to address issues of online privacy and data protection and child protection among others.
She stated that, as the NCC continues to champion increased Internet availability, accessibililty and affordability, the regulator was also conscious of those who dishonestly and dubiously use the Internet to commit crimes rather than for positive motives, making consumers of telecom services vulnerable to the antics of cybercriminals.
“So, aside what NCC is doing, it is our belief, therefore, that while operators need to play their roles by fortifying their networks and sensitising their customers, consumers must play their role by using the information gained from such sensitisation to keep themselves safe online.
“The law enforcement agencies must also play their own role by getting themselves equipped with skills and tools needed to apprehend and prosecute cybercriminals and so on. In essence, we need a multi-stakeholder template to deal with the menace of cybercrime,” she said.
At the event, there was a questions and answers session between the consumers and the regulators and operators as well as a technical session by Wheel of Hope Consumer Advocacy.
Among the institutions represented at the Outreach are: the Nigeria Police Force (NPF), Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Nigerian Customs Service (NCS), Nigerian Prisons Service (NPS), National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), the Nigeria Civil Service Union (NCSU), officials of Imo State Government, students, artisans and other interest groups, among others.
With the introduction of Travel Saga, a premium, fast-paced gaming experience that is currently live and accessible to customers on its network, Globacom has lifted the bar for mobile entertainment in the country.
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SHELT, a leading cybersecurity-as-a-service provider, has earned inclusion in the 2025 MSSP 250, the annual ranking of the world’s top 250 Managed Security Service Providers (MSSPs) by MSSP Alert, a CyberRisk Alliance publication.
SHELT
The list evaluates firms on business performance, service breadth, and industry impact, spotlighting those excelling in growth, operational excellence, and advanced managed security amid rising cyber threats. Selection criteria include annual recurring revenue, profitability, workforce expansion, business growth, and the depth of managed security offerings.
SHELT’s recognition underscores its investments in scalable security operations, threat intelligence, and tailored managed services across multiple regions, enabling clients to navigate complex risk landscapes effectively.
“Being recognised in the MSSP 250 is a meaningful milestone for our team,” stated Youssef Abillama, CEO of SHELT. “It validates our focus on building practical, resilient security services that help organisations manage risk and respond effectively to today’s evolving cyber threats.”
The company hailed the honour as testament to its teams’ dedication and expertise worldwide, reaffirming commitment to enhancing capabilities and delivering trusted cybersecurity solutions.
Meta Platforms, owner of Facebook, has appointed Dina Powell McCormick, a former adviser to President Donald Trump, as its new president and vice chairman, bolstering its leadership amid aggressive AI and infrastructure expansion.
Dina Powell McCormick
The announcement, made on Monday, positions Powell McCormick – who recently stepped down from Meta’s board after eight months – to guide overall strategy, including multi-billion-dollar investments in data centres and global partnerships.
A Goldman Sachs veteran with 16 years in senior roles and prior stints as deputy national security adviser under Trump and in the Bush administration, she brings deep finance and international ties to the role.
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg hailed her as “uniquely qualified” for the company’s next growth phase, while President Trump praised the move on Truth Social as a “fantastic choice”.
The hire signals Meta’s efforts to strengthen White House relations, following recent dinners with Trump and U.S. investment pledges worth hundreds of billions
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