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ipNX seeks Policy Harmonization to Mitigate Data Risks, Vulnerabilities
Segun Okuneye, the Divisional CEO of ipNX Business, has called on Information and Communications Technology (ICT) stakeholders in Nigeria to prioritize the development and harmonization of data protection policies in order to ensure a secure digital landscape.
This was stated during the 2021 Access Africa Workshop organized by the United States Trade and Development Agency (USTDA).
The USTDA Access Africa Workshop is an initiative that supports quality information and communication technology infrastructure across Africa. It brings together critical stakeholders and partners from the public and private sectors across the continent to advance inclusive, secure, and sustainable connectivity.
Speaking on the topic “Frameworks to Support a Secure Digital landscape,” Mr. Okuneye pointed out the reality of high-level cybersecurity threats due to a change in the nature of work which was occasioned by the global pandemic.
In his words, “It is a known fact that the pandemic has changed how we work. We now see more of a distributed workforce, where people are having work done on the move. This new reality has exposed the digital landscape to massive data risks and vulnerabilities.”
Mr. Okuneye stated the need for governments and private sector players to unite in purpose and align in their approach and execution to achieve data security. This is crucial because the existence of the digital landscape is hugely dependent on the successful implementation of policies, frameworks, guidelines, procedures and reforms.
And the implementation of these policies and frameworks is a shared responsibility of three key stakeholder groups – individuals, organisations and the government.
He noted, however, that the fragmentation of policies and frameworks, which are either localized to organisations, states or countries, is a major impediment towards the realization of a truly secure digital landscape.
According to him, “There are several efforts by governments at the national and international levels to bring about policies on how organisations collect, store and process user information.
In Nigeria, there is the Nigeria Data Protection Regulation (NDPR), and internationally, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), both aimed at promoting a safe environment for the exchange of personal data.
“However, the fragmentation of these policies and frameworks poses a major impediment. There is a need to align policies if there will be any meaningful progress in data security.”
The Divisional CEO of ipNX Infrastructure, Uche Nnakenyi, shared insights on how to reduce the opportunities of data breaches and cyberattacks. “Organisations must understand how to adopt digital security policies and frameworks within the confines of their jurisdiction and how to interact with other countries at the international level.
“Beyond that, concerned stakeholders must constantly review and update these policies to keep up with the changing trends in the digital landscape,” she said.
She commended USTDA for organizing a workshop of this nature to drive up consciousness about safeguarding the country’s digital landscape and advancing the course of information and communication technology.
It should be recalled that the relationship between ipNX Nigeria and USTDA extends beyond the Access Africa Workshop, as both organisations signed a partnership deal in 2020 to further drive the development of Nigeria’s IT and broadband infrastructure and expand fibre-optic network to 200,000 additional homes in Nigeria.
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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