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The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has advised parents and guardians to closely monitor their children’s online engagement, highlighting the risks associated with uncontrolled exposure to cyberspace.
Speaking at the recent First Web Rangers Nigeria Summit in Abuja, an initiative by Google aimed at fostering digital literacy and promoting online safety, NCC Executive Vice Chairman Prof. Umar Danbatta stressed the importance of knowing what children are doing online. The summit, themed “Navigating the Responsibility of Online Safety Between Users, Providers, and Regulators,” focused on addressing the challenges posed by online criminal activities, particularly those targeting children and youth.
Represented by Dr. Haru Alhassan, Director of New Media and Information Security at NCC, Prof. Danbatta emphasized the Commission’s commitment to safeguarding Nigeria’s digital ecosystem. He noted the creation of the NCC Computer Security Incident Response Team (CSIRT) in 2021, which helps to manage and mitigate cybersecurity threats, including malware, viruses, and online risks to children.
