Activities classified under these unwholesome schemes that are taking place on the Internet or on using information systems, have impact on the level of risk exposure, resistance and protection of associated national critical and non-critical infrastructure. These threats have serious implications for the nation’s presence and active participation in the global ecosystem. Nigeria is therefore keen to secure and protect its cyber space in a coordinated and all-inclusive manner. Government is striving to understand the emergent complex threat landscape and contending with the breadth and depth of cyber attacks, especially those affiliated with nation-states or organised crime. Therefore, the protection, security, and sustainability of the nation’s active presence in cyberspace are dependent on the country’s readiness to articulate a strategic approach and engagement roadmap to secure the nation’s cyberspace. In 2004, the Nigerian government developed a framework for cyber security following recommendations by the Presidential Committee on Illegal Online Activities. The strategic framework deals with the overall goal of setting a clear direction, coordination of the nation’s engagements in cyberspace, as well protect and defend the national interests and the sovereignty of Nigeria. This culminated into the establishment of the Cyber Security Focal Point at the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA). Various activities and initiatives have been taken by ONSA in collaboration with various stakeholders towards ensuring security of the country’s presence in cyberspace.  

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