NERC's Dr. Oseni Advocates for Cybersecurity in Power Sector
Dr. Musiliu Oseni, the Chairman of the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC), urged for improved collaboration and stronger cybersecurity compliance within the Nigerian Electricity Supply Industry (NESI). Speaking at a cybersecurity awareness seminar, Oseni, represented by NERC Vice Chairman Dr. Yusuf Ali, warned that cyber threats have expanded beyond the financial sector, now significantly impacting the power sector globally.
He noted that the digitization of electricity infrastructure necessitates cybersecurity as a vital component of operations and national development. Oseni stated that the interconnected nature of power systems requires all stakeholders to enhance cybersecurity compliance and resilience.
He proposed establishing a sector-wide emergency cyber response mechanism to improve preparedness, facilitate rapid incident response, and promote information sharing among industry players. The seminar included expert presentations addressing critical cybersecurity issues.
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