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- 16 Aug 2022
5G: ESET Thrives on Securing IoT Devices - Olufemi Ake Assures Nigerians
As Nigeria draws closer to the commercial launch of fifth-generation (5G) technology, ESET Nigeria has assured individuals, businesses and the government of the readiness to offer solutions to…
- 12 Jan 2017
Nigerians Should Be Proactive on IT Security, Education - ESET Boss
Mr. Olufemi Ake, country manager, ESET (Nigeria and Ghana), has said that competent approach among internet users in the country, particularly on information and communication technology (ICT) will…
- 7 Nov 2016
Nigeria: Companies’ Losses to Data Theft Bigger than Financial Fraud
Olufemi Ake, country manager, ESET Nigeria and Ghana has called for comprehensive approach to combating and mitigating cybercrimes in the West Africa market, adding that focusing squarely on…
- 15 Nov 2018
ESET, Airtel Unveil New Security app for Smartphone Users
ESET, a security solution company on Thursday launched a new mobile security app specially designed for Airtel Nigeria subscribers. Olufemi Ake, country manager of ESET, said that the mobile…
- 26 Aug 2020
ESET urges Businesses to Implement NDPR
ESET, a leading global cybersecurity company, has urged businesses, organization- public or private operating in Nigeria, to adhere to the regulations of Nigeria Data Protection Regulation (NDPR) and…
- 17 Dec 2024
ESET Warns of Rising Online Scam Threat Amid EFCC's Major Fraud Bust
ESET, a global leader in digital security, has provided insights on the rising threat of online scams. In a significant operation earlier in the week, Nigeria's anti-graft agency, the Economic and…
- 6 Aug 2017
ESET, NITDA Move to Secure Nigeria’s Cyber Space
ESET has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), to ensure maximum protection of both private and public organisations…
- 16 Dec 2016
Mobility: 64% Data Breaches Linked to Identity Theft
Security concerns over convergence of personal and workplace identities are on increase, as‎ identity theft accounts for 64% of all data breaches across the globe. In the latest report by…
- 23 Oct 2025
ESET Links Lazarus Group to New Cyberespionage Campaign Targeting European Defence Firms
ESET Research has uncovered a fresh wave of cyberespionage attacks linked to North Korea-aligned Lazarus Group, targeting several European companies in the defence sector, particularly those involved…
- 28 Aug 2017
ESET Targets 90% Cost Drop On IT Security Solution for Undergraduates
ESET Nigeria has given more details on the recent partnership with the National Information Development Agency (NITDA) which intends to take information technology (IT) security awareness to the…
- 3 Nov 2016
Experts at CyberXchange Say Security not Just about Banking Industry
Experts at the 2016 # CyberXchangeConference has warned that cyber security issues in Nigeria go beyond attacks on financial institutions; hence every internet user is vulnerable too. Dipo Fatokun,…
- 17 Nov 2022
ESET Receives AfriTECH CyberSecurity Company of the Year Award
ESET received much accolades from guests and honourees at the Africa Tech Alliance Forum (AfriTECH 2.0) Awards as the company was conferred with CyberSecurity Company of the Year Award. L-R: Peter…
- 2 Dec 2021
ESET Security Day 2021: Stakeholders Call for Increased Attention on Cyber Threats to Businesses
Enterprises are facing increasing threats which call for improved security tools that can be smoothly integrated into increasingly complex and diverse networks and critical infrastructure, and on the…
- 25 Oct 2022
AfriTECH 2.0: Outstanding Individuals, Organisations to be Honoured
Outstanding individuals and organisations in Africa shall be honoured as part of the activities lined up for this year’s Africa Tech Alliance Forum (AfriTECH 2.0) in Lagos, Nigeria. AfriTECH 2.0 is…
- 7 Nov 2023
Aminu Maida to Lead Discussions at AfriTECH 3.0
Dr. Aminu Maida, Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), will deliver the keynote address at the third edition of the Africa Tech Alliance…
- 5 Feb 2024
MTN Leads the Charge in Cybersecurity for MSMEs with ESET Partnership
MTN Nigeria, a key player in the ICT sector, and ESET, a global leader in cybersecurity, have formed a strategic partnership to launch “MTN ESET.” This cybersecurity solution is specifically tailored…
- 5 Sept 2018
ESET Unveils New Line of Enterprise Security solutions
ESET has launched a new line of enterprise security solutions designed to provide the global enterprise sector with tools for prevention and management of cyber risks on a global scale. The…
- 1 Nov 2016
ESET Rolls Out New Internet Security Products for Home Users
ESET® has announced the availability of its premium line of security solutions for home users in Nigeria and Ghana region. Dubbed 'ESET Smart Security Premium', the solution is built upon the…
- 24 Feb 2017
ESET Set to Assist SMEs Tackle Cyber Security Concerns
Saddened by the inability of small and medium enterprises to deploy and retain cyber security solutions’ subscriptions, largely due to the financial and economic downturn being witnessed in the…
- 15 May 2017
ESET Advises Nigerian Companies on ‘Jaff / WannaCryptor’ Ransomware
For any suspicious emails, ESET strongly advised “Do not open”, indicating the Company is aware of several ransomware outbreaks that stem from malicious emails that can be used to introduce threats…
- 28 Jun 2017
Concerns as New Petya Ransomware Spreads
Hackers unleashed a major cyber attack causing huge disruption to companies and governments across the globe including in the UK, US and Russia. The ransomware appears to be a version of Petya. If it…
- 2 Jul 2017
NITDA, Others Raise Alert as 'GoldenEye' Paralyses Businesses
National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) and other cyber security firms have alerted Nigerian companies on the rampaging ransomware attacks called Petya or 'GoldenEye'. The deadly…
- 7 Jan 2018
ESET Advises Customers on How To Avoid Spectre, Meltdown Vulnerabilities
By peter oluka ESET said it recently learned about vulnerabilities called Spectre and Meltdown that affect many modern processors. ESET is one of the few third-party security solutions already…
- 3 May 2018
ESET Bags BoICT 2018 Information Security Company of the Year Award
ESET has emerged the Best Information Security Company of the Year at Beacon of ICT awards 2018, duly for the dedication to developing high-performing security solutions for home users and corporate…
- 22 Sept 2016
ESET Releases Service Update for Compatibility with macOS Sierra®
ESET®, leader in proactive protection, released its update for ESET Cyber Security and ESET Cyber Security Pro compatible with Apple’s latest macOS, dubbed Sierra. ESET Cyber Security and ESET Cyber…
- 29 Nov 2018
ESET Security Day Harps on Cyber Security Trends in Nigeria Organisations
ESET, a leader in cyber-protection last Friday held Nigerian edition of its Security Day which focused on cyber security trends in Nigerian organizations. The event provided a common platform…
- 4 Sept 2020
ESET Warns Firms against Flouting NDPR
Companies and business organizations operating in the country have been urged to comply with the Nigeria Data Protection Regulation (NDPR). ESET Nigeria, which made this call, said compliance with…
- 18 Dec 2020
ESET Takes Safer Kids Online Campaign to Halifield Schools in Lagos
ESET, a global leader and multiple award-winning cybersecurity company, has taken up the challenge to educate parents, teachers and students themselves on the need to stay safe online. The team from…