As cyberattacks continue to rise across sectors, GidiSync Solutions, a Nigerian cybersecurity firm, has brought together top industry leaders in Lagos to discuss practical ways to strengthen digital resilience while driving business innovation.
The exclusive roundtable, held behind closed doors, gathered Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs), Chief Technology Officers (CTOs), Chief Information Officers (CIOs), regulators, investors, and business executives from major sectors including banking, telecommunications, oil and gas, and technology.
Themed “What Does Cybersecurity Really Mean for Your Business in Today’s Complex Threat Landscape?”, the Lagos forum encouraged participants to view cybersecurity not just as a technical necessity but as a key business enabler that protects value, sustains investor trust, and supports digital transformation.
The event followed GidiSync’s earlier engagement in Nairobi, Kenya, during the AfriLabs Annual Gathering, where the company joined technology experts, international development agencies, and African policymakers to discuss innovation and cybersecurity in the continent’s growing digital economy. Former Nigerian Vice President Professor Yemi Osinbajo was among notable figures who attended the Nairobi session.
Speaking on the company’s vision, Principal Security Architect at GidiSync Solutions, Ademola Adeyemo, said that cybersecurity must be built into every business process from the start. He said, “You can’t build sustainable digital growth on shaky foundations. Secure architecture must be part of the design from day one. Cybersecurity isn’t just a technical control; it’s a strategic pillar for trust, reputation, and long-term value creation.”
He explained that as Nigerian businesses accelerate their adoption of cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and digital banking systems, the risks of data breaches and financial loss have also increased. Adeyemo noted that several Nigerian firms still treat cybersecurity as an afterthought rather than a fundamental part of business planning.
Also speaking at the session, cybersecurity consultant at GidiSync Solutions, Ibrahim Olawale, stressed that collaboration is critical to building strong defences. He said, “The threat landscape is evolving rapidly. No single organisation, no matter how sophisticated, can manage it in isolation. This roundtable created a safe space to exchange ideas, share lessons, and inspire partnerships that strengthen our collective defences.”
According to Olawale, cyberattacks are now targeting both large and small organisations, with hackers exploiting vulnerabilities in payment systems, email infrastructure, and cloud networks. He added that information sharing between private companies, regulators, and cybersecurity experts can help reduce the impact of attacks before they spread.
Participants at the forum discussed the need to improve cybersecurity governance, measure the return on investment in security, and build a culture of digital safety across all levels of organisations. They agreed that cybersecurity is now a boardroom issue that directly affects revenue, customer trust, and national reputation.
Speakers at the event cited several recent global and regional cyber incidents to highlight the growing risks. Among the examples were the Jaguar Land Rover and Marks & Spencer data breaches in 2024, as well as the Flutterwave security breach, which reportedly led to losses exceeding N11bn. Experts said these incidents serve as reminders that cyber risk is no longer limited to IT departments but has become a financial and operational challenge requiring executive attention.
The roundtable concluded with participants identifying four major priorities to improve Nigeria’s cybersecurity framework. These include building secure system architectures as the foundation for digital resilience, ensuring that cybersecurity has a clear voice at the board level, promoting continuous staff training and awareness, and adopting Security-as-a-Service (SaaS) models to support scalable, cost-effective protection for businesses.
Industry observers praised GidiSync’s initiative, saying such engagements are essential in helping organisations in Nigeria and Africa understand the realities of modern cyber threats and build capacity to defend against them. They added that creating a local ecosystem of cybersecurity awareness and shared intelligence would not only protect businesses but also strengthen national digital security.
Cybersecurity has become a growing concern in Nigeria as financial institutions, fintech startups, and government agencies increasingly face targeted attacks. Analysts have warned that the country could lose billions annually if digital protection measures are not strengthened.
GidiSync Solutions said it would continue to work with regulators, corporate institutions, and investors to support cybersecurity awareness and capacity-building programmes across Nigeria. The firm plans to host more sessions in 2026 focusing on data protection, AI-driven cyber defence, and cloud security governance.
