Managing cybersafe futures: Safeguarding Nigeria’s growth in an era of digital acceleration in the 4th industrial revolution
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Era of digital acceleration, Managing cybersafe futures, Safeguarding Nigeria’s growthAbstract
Cybersecurity and data protection are no longer technical afterthoughts; they are now core pillars of national resilience, economic confidence, and institutional credibility. Technical safeguards such as encryption, identity controls, and network security must work in lockstep with strong legal and regulatory frameworks that protect data rights and enforce accountability. Although the Nigerian government has established various policies and laws, continual updates to the laws governing cybersecurity are required to address emerging threats. However, as cyber threats continue to evolve, so too must our strategies for safeguarding information integrity and user privacy. This study is anchored on the sociotechnical systems (STS) theory and Economic theories propounded by Eric Trist and Fred Emery at the Tavis stock institute in the 1950s to demonstrate that work should be designed to balance technical efficiency with human needs, promoting autonomy and adaptability for better performance and well-being. This paper examines how Nigeria can move decisively from digital expansion to digital assurance. This paper also discusses the current cybersecurity and regulatory landscape in Nigeria, identifies key challenges, and proposes comprehensive strategies for managing a cybersafe future for Nigeria one that protects innovation, safeguards citizens, and sustains long-term economic growth. It is a literature review-based paper.
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