The NCC further called for collective responsibility, urging operators to invest in more resilient infrastructure, governments to harmonise regulations, and communities to treat telecom facilities as national assets.
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has raised concerns over increasing threats to the country’s digital infrastructure, emphasizing the urgent need to bolster cybersecurity across telecommunications networks. In a recent statement, the NCC highlighted that Nigeria’s rapidly expanding digital ecosystem—spurred by growth in internet services, mobile connectivity, and digital financial platforms—has made it a prime target for cyberattacks, data breaches, and other forms of digital disruption.
The regulator noted that vulnerabilities in telecom networks, if left unaddressed, could compromise national security, disrupt essential services, and erode public trust in digital technologies. Recognizing these risks, the NCC outlined a series of proactive measures aimed at strengthening the resilience of the sector. These include mandatory compliance with cybersecurity guidelines for network operators, regular auditing of critical systems, and the adoption of international best practices for data protection and incident response.
Additionally, the NCC is collaborating with stakeholders in both the public and private sectors to enhance threat detection, share intelligence on emerging cyber risks, and build capacity among telecom operators and users. The commission emphasized the importance of raising awareness among consumers and businesses about safe digital practices to reduce susceptibility to cyber threats.
Officials also stressed that securing telecom networks is not just a technical imperative but a strategic necessity, given the centrality of communication infrastructure to economic growth, governance, and social connectivity. By proactively addressing cybersecurity gaps, the NCC aims to safeguard Nigeria’s digital future, ensure uninterrupted service delivery, and promote confidence in online platforms and services.
The NCC’s warning serves as a reminder that as digital adoption accelerates, so too must efforts to secure networks and protect sensitive information from increasingly sophisticated cyber threats.
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