ESET Boosts Cybersecurity Awareness for Lagos MDAs

Emma Okonji

ESET Nigeria has completed a cybersecurity awareness training programme for staff of the Lagos State Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs), underscoring the state’s commitment to developing a resilient and cyber‑aware public sector workforce.

The session, held at the Staff Clinic Hall in Alausa, Ikeja, was titled “Cybersecurity in 2026: Defending Against Modern Threats in a Digital Workplace.” It gathered government personnel from a range of MDAs to learn practical strategies for addressing emerging cyber threats and adopting modern security best practices.

The curriculum covered the main cybersecurity challenges projected to shape the threat landscape in 2026, such as artificial intelligence‑driven attacks, deepfake‑enabled fraud, sophisticated phishing campaigns, ransomware, identity theft, cloud security risks, and supply‑chain vulnerabilities.

Deputy Director of the Ministry of Science and Technology, Mr. Kadri Shamusideen, spoke at the event and highlighted the growing importance of cybersecurity awareness as government services continue to digitise. He noted that as operations become more digital, awareness has become a critical element of public service delivery.

“While technology provides the necessary security controls, our employees remain the first line of defense against cyber threats. Continuous education and awareness are therefore essential in ensuring that staff can identify emerging threats and respond appropriately,” Shamusideen said.

.