Telecoms Essential for Nigeria's Digital Economy and Security

In an interview, Babajid Olaitan Muyideen, an expert in telecommunications, stated that telecoms are the backbone of Nigeria's digital economy and essential for national security. He criticized the current fragility of telecom services, which can lead to increased fraud and misinformation.

Muyideen advocated for tighter SIM identification processes to reduce SIM swapping and called for stronger monitoring to detect abuses early. He emphasized the importance of collaboration among telecommunications companies, regulators, banks, and law enforcement to share threat signals.

The expert noted that adopting AI-driven security measures is crucial for real-time detection of anomalies and faster responses to attacks. He also highlighted the need for affordable digital skills training and basic cyber hygiene to foster trust in the digital infrastructure.

Muyideen concluded that the future of telecom security must include clear standards and the ability to defend against real-time attacks, particularly as networks grow more complex with the advent of 5G technology.