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ITSSP Moves to Bridge Information Security Gap in Nigeria
Information Technology Systems and Security Professionals ITSSP, an interest group under Nigerian Computer Society, is set to build community of ethical hackers in Nigeria so as to bridge the abysmal gap between the country and its counterparts.
Prof Adesina Sodiya, president Information Technology Systems and Security Professionals ITSSP, dropped this hint at the maiden edition of the Information Technology Systems and Security Professionals workshop, tagged “Information Security Congress 2017”.
He stated, “We intend to build community of true information security experts, many people in this country are talking about information security, cyber security without providing platforms were people can actually develop their skills and knowledge in this area of information security,
“That is why we still have a very few information security experts in this country and we need to also get there,
“The difference between us and some of these developed countries in the area of information and cyber security is still very wide.
“We have to bridge this gap because people are also saying that the next world war will be fought on the cyberspace and if we don’t develop our knowledge and skills we will not be there.
“That is why we have put this kind of workshop together so that people that are interested in the area of information security can actually develop their knowledge, even if they are going to get to a level where they can further develop themselves in this area”.
He stated that the current participants in this maiden edition were contacted from members of Nigerian computer society and other identified individuals and organizations all over the country.
He added that information security is a specialize area of IT as very few people are interested IT Security.
Prof Sodiya, said that with the news making the round every day of the wave of cyber attack, no organization or system is protected everywhere, “so there is no level of protection you put in place is too minimal”.
Lanre Marcaully, a global cyber-security expert, also reiterated the need for Nigerians to be security conscious whenever they access the internet.
He stated” that internet is still at the early phase in Africa, people still want to consumer the internet, you are on facebook, and you don’t care about security, you are just enjoying it but there are security guys taking your information and data.
“ In this part of the world we are not conscious of security, you are in your church and your are telling people that you just arrived at your church, you take a selfie and you post on Facebook, now you do the same when you are leaving the church,
“What you are actually doing is that you are giving these hackers minute to minute information about yourself, so they can get your data.
“All these are security concerns we have, so first thing that is very critical is that government should create a cyber awareness that will make people to know that the internet is good but they are not safe, so they need to be conscious and protect themselves.
He added that Phishing emails are the common type of cyber attack that every Nigerian receives on a daily basis and he advised that businesses and individuals should brace up, with the advent of smartphones and broadband penetrations they will witness more of these types of attacks.
Young Nigerian tech genius, Oluwatobi Oyinlola, has developed the world’s smallest GPS tracking device, a prototype measuring just 22.93 x 11.92 mm.
Recognised by the Guinness World Records, the device was created at the prestigious Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), USA, on April 27, where he is employed as a researcher.
It has been hailed for its potential across industries, from logistics and personal safety to medical devices and wildlife monitoring.
Nigeria’s President Bola Ahmed Tinubu celebrated the feat in a post on X, praising Oyinlola for showcasing the ingenuity of the West African country’s youth. “You have just shown the world that Nigerian youth can!” he wrote.
Adding to the accolades, Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Bosun Tijani, lauded the innovation as a symbol of national pride and technological potential.
He commended Oyinlola’s journey, noting his early support for the young inventor’s IoT startup. “Long before this global recognition, I had the privilege of backing Oluwatobi. His journey, now continuing at MIT, is a powerful reminder of the extraordinary potential of our people,” Tijani said.
The prototype not only marks a leap in miniaturised technology but also highlights Nigeria’s growing footprint in global innovation. Bosun added that as Nigeria intensifies efforts to nurture homegrown tech talent, Oyinlola’s success is a beacon for the next generation of innovators.
“The world is only beginning to see what you’re capable of,” said the Minister.
Africa is becoming a global hub for solar energy development. The commercial and industrial sectors are driving this trend, with photovoltaic systems being installed on-site at businesses, educational institutions, and government facilities to meet energy demands.
This is according to CBi-electric: low voltage, which manufactures and supplies low voltage electrical distribution, protection, and control equipment.
2.5 gigawatts-peak (GWp) of solar capacity was built across Africa in 2024, with 194.34 GWp expected in 2025, according to the company.
Dr. Andrew Dickson, engineering executive of CBi-electric: low voltage, outlines how several reasons are hastening the continent’s transition to solar. “Energy poverty remains a major issue across Africa, with reliable grid electricity reaching only 14% of Zimbabweans, for example.”
He goes on to say that inconsistent power supply is another significant contributor, stating that “Persistent nationwide blackouts are affecting countries like Botswana, disrupting day-to-day operations. And in hydro-electric dependent countries such as Zambia, climate change is reducing water levels, leading to lower electricity generation and higher prices.”
Dickson believes that strategic system design and management are critical to realising the full potential of solar energy on the continent.
He said: “As Africa’s solar energy market continues to expand in 2025, organisations have an opportunity to capitalise on its long-term benefits. With the right technologies and safeguards in place, solar is not only a clean energy solution it’s a strategic asset that pays off.
“By combining surge protection, DC breakers, and monitoring tools, businesses can reduce unexpected costs, minimise downtime, and extend the life of their investment.”
FCMB Group Plc reported a profit before tax of ₦35 billion for the first quarter ended March 31, 2025. Gross revenue grew 41.1% year-on-year to ₦252.7 billion, surpassing its Q1 forecast of ₦226.9 billion, driven by a 58% increase in net interest income.
The Group recorded a 5% growth in total assets from ₦7.05 trillion in December 2024 to ₦7.40 trillion as at March 2025. Loans and advances also grew by 3.4% over the same period to ₦2.44 trillion, supporting business and economic activity.
The Banking Group accounted for 81.4% of profits, followed by Consumer Finance, 11.7%, Investment Management, 5.0%, and Investment Banking, 0.7%.
Net interest margins grew to 8.3% from 5.4% in Q4 2024, driven by a 200 basis points drop in the cost of funds and a higher yield on earning assets of 20.2%.
The Group linked the improvement to early benefits of the capital raised in 2024 and an improvement in the low-cost deposit liabilities.
Group Chief Executive Ladi Balogun said that the diversified financial services group will continue to leverage its group structure to drive an ecosystem that will foster inclusive and sustainable growth.
Analysts say FCMB Group’s diversified revenue structure and strengthened capital position provide a positive outlook for the rest of the financial year.
FCMB Group Plc is a financial services holding company listed on the Nigerian Exchange and headquartered in Lagos.
The Group has strategic interests in businesses serving over 14 million customers across five platforms – banking, consumer finance, investment management, investment banking, and financial technology.
Together, these businesses are building an integrated ecosystem that supports inclusive and sustainable growth across Africa, its diaspora, and the United Kingdom.
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