The Information Security Society of Nigeria (ISSAN) has called for greater cybersecurity awareness and capacity building as more Nigerians adopt digital banking and electronic transactions.
ISSAN President Dr David Isiavwe made the call in a statement issued on Monday in Lagos, following the society’s recognition by the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA).
Isiavwe said cybersecurity went beyond technology and infrastructure, requiring ongoing education, responsible digital behaviour, institutional preparedness and collaboration among stakeholders.
He said securing Nigeria’s digital ecosystem required a collective commitment from government institutions, financial service providers, technology companies, businesses, academia and individuals.
According to him, the growing use of electronic payments, digital banking, e-commerce and technology-enabled public services has increased the need to protect personal information, financial transactions and digital platforms.
“While digital transformation creates opportunities for economic growth and financial inclusion, it also increases the need to protect personal information, financial transactions and digital platforms,” he said.
Isiavwe reaffirmed ISSAN’s commitment to working with stakeholders to build professional capacity, raise cybersecurity awareness and support a safer digital environment.
The award was presented at the 2026 International Cybersecurity Conference, organised by NITDA.
The recognition acknowledges ISSAN’s contributions to cybersecurity awareness, knowledge-sharing and professional development aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s digital security ecosystem.
Established in South Africa in 1996, ISSAN later expanded its operations to Nigeria. It is a non-profit professional organisation that promotes information security and cybersecurity across Africa.
Its membership includes professionals and stakeholders from banks, telecommunications operators, government institutions, technology companies, security consultancy firms, the legal profession and regulatory agencies.
ISSAN focuses on strengthening the security of banking systems, automated teller machines (ATMs), e-government platforms, electronic commerce and other digital services.
It also promotes cybersecurity awareness, appropriate legislation and information-security best practices through conferences, professional engagements and capacity-building initiatives.
