Sanwo-Olu warns Lagos residents against cybercrime, urges stronger online security

Lagos State governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has urged residents to undertake stronger digital-security habits to guard themselves from cybercrime, warning that criminals regularly make the most of individuals’s restricted data of online security.

Sanwo-Olu made the decision on Monday because the state joined different elements of the world to mark the 2026 Cybersecurity Awareness Month, an initiative aimed toward encouraging safer web use, selling good cyber hygiene and enhancing safety against digital threats.

The governor harassed that the battle against cybercrime required collective motion, noting that the duty for online security shouldn’t relaxation solely on authorities companies, know-how corporations and security consultants. According to him, people, households, companies and public establishments all have vital roles in decreasing cyber dangers.

“Cybersecurity is a shared responsibility. Citizens must remain vigilant, understand common cyber risks, and take proactive steps to protect themselves from cybercriminals,” he stated.

He famous that many individuals who fall sufferer to cybercrime lack data of primary digital-safety measures, emphasizing the necessity for sustained public consciousness campaigns.

“Most victims of cybercrime are those who are unaware of basic digital safety practices, making public education essential,” Sanwo-Olu added.

The governor’s attraction comes because the Lagos State Government, by the Ministry of Innovation, Science and Technology, MIST, and the Cybersecurity Advisory Board, steps up efforts to enhance cybersecurity consciousness and preparedness throughout the state.

The authorities stated its participation within the worldwide marketing campaign was according to the initiative spearheaded by the United States Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, CISA, which promotes the safety of digital programs, sound cyber hygiene and sensible measures for staying secure online.

According to the state authorities, it has launched a collection of technology-driven cybersecurity initiatives over the previous three years to strengthen digital belief amongst public establishments, companies and communities.

The initiatives, coordinated by MIST and the Cybersecurity Advisory Board, are centered on growing technical capability, enhancing institutional readiness and inspiring accountable engagement with digital platforms.

Earlier this 12 months, Lagos launched the Lagos State Cybersecurity Guidelines to supply companies of various sizes, together with small, medium and enormous enterprises, with beneficial security practices.

The framework outlines sensible and scalable measures to assist organisations assess potential vulnerabilities, handle cyber dangers and safeguard important digital belongings.

The state has additionally widened entry to cybersecurity coaching, public consciousness campaigns {and professional} growth programmes throughout authorities establishments, as a part of efforts to develop a workforce geared up to sort out more and more advanced digital threats.