The Central Securities Clearing System PLC (CSCS) is thrilled to announce the 2024 Cybersecurity Conference, co-organized with the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA). The conference, themed “Cybersecurity: Synergizing AI and Infrastructure,” will take place on October 17, 2024, at the Transcorp Hilton Hotel in Abuja. This annual event is set to bring together national and international experts to discuss how artificial intelligence (AI) can be harnessed to fortify cybersecurity infrastructure in Nigeria.
Since its inception in 2019, the Cybersecurity Conference has been a high-profile event, uniting cybersecurity professionals, government representatives, financial institutions, fintech firms, and industry regulators. This year’s conference will focus on advancing awareness and developing strategies to create a more secure digital environment in an era where cyber threats are increasingly sophisticated.
At the press conference, Ahmad Saad Abubakar, Coordinator of the National Cybersecurity Coordination Centre, highlighted the importance of this initiative, stating, “This conference is a crucial step toward fostering collaboration between the government, private sector leaders, and international experts as we work to build a secure cybersecurity landscape in Nigeria.”
Haruna Jalo-Waziri, Managing Director and CEO of CSCS, expressed his excitement, emphasizing the collective responsibility of securing Nigeria’s financial markets and critical infrastructures. “Cybersecurity is not a battle for one entity to fight alone. It requires the coordinated efforts of government, industry, and experts across all sectors to mitigate risks,” Jalo-Waziri remarked.
Isioma Lawal, Head of ERM & Resilience Service at CSCS, underscored the conference’s focus on nurturing talent and investing in infrastructure. “It’s vital that we develop the young talents in Nigeria while simultaneously addressing the risks posed by AI. By building human capacity and addressing these emerging threats, we can protect our digital future,” she stated.
The one-day event will feature keynote speeches from government officials and global cybersecurity experts, alongside panel discussions exploring effective cybersecurity management and AI-driven solutions. Participants will gain insights into how AI can strengthen cybersecurity defenses, protect critical infrastructure, and shape the future of data security in Nigeria.
Event Details:
Date & Time: October 17, 2024, 9am
Venue: Transcorp Hilton, Abuja
Theme: “Cybersecurity: Synergizing AI and Infrastructure”
Professionals from various sectors, including finance, government, telecommunications, and defense, are encouraged to attend. To register, visit cscs.ng/csconference.
About CSCS
The Central Securities Clearing System (CSCS) is a Public Limited Company with a diversified shareholder base, including the Nigerian Stock Exchange, some of the largest banks in Nigeria, private equity firms, investment banks and other corporate and individual shareholders. With over two decades of operation, serving as the Central Securities Depository for the Nigerian Capital Market, CSCS has been pivotal to the growth and transformation of the capital market, including its audacious full dematerialization of share certificates and shortening of the settlement cycle in the capital market.
CSCS serves as the Central Depository for Equities, Commercial Papers, Corporate Bonds, Sub-National Bonds, certain Sovereign Bonds (such as the FGN Sukuk and the FGN Savings Bond), Equity-traded Funds, Real estate Investment Trusts, Mutual funds and Commodities. CSCS is licensed and regulated by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The activities of CSCS are governed by the Investment and Securities Act 2007, the Companies and Allied Matters Act 2004, and the SEC Rules.
