FG Commissions State-of-the-Art National Cybersecurity Centre at Bayero University Kano
By Aminu Abdullahi
Nigeria Takes Major Step in Cybersecurity Infrastructure
In a landmark development for Nigeria’s digital security landscape, the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) officially commissioned a cutting-edge National Cybersecurity Centre at Bayero University, Kano (BUK) on Tuesday, May 20, 2025.
The newly unveiled facility, reported by KANO FOCUS, is set to become Nigeria’s premier hub for cybersecurity innovation, digital defense, and talent development.
A National Asset for Digital Security
Dr. Jide Ajayi cutting the tape during the opening ceremony
NITDA Director-General, Malam Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, described the center as more than just a physical structure—calling it “a national asset.” Represented by Dr. Jide Ajayi from the Zonal Coordination Department, Abdullahi emphasized that the Centre represents a strategic intervention to enhance cybersecurity education, research, and cross-sector collaboration across Nigeria.
“This is not just the unveiling of a facility, it is the activation of a knowledge-driven platform designed to equip our nation with the tools, talent and infrastructure required to safeguard our digital space and empower the next generation of cybersecurity experts,”
The Director-General added that the center aligns with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda and the Minister’s Strategic Blueprint, serving as a collaborative platform for government, academia, and industry stakeholders.
University Leadership Expresses Gratitude
Group picture taken during opening ceremony
Bayero University Vice-Chancellor, Professor Sagir Adamu Abbas, thanked the Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy and NITDA for what he called “a visionary and transformative investment in Nigeria’s higher education and national development.”
“This Centre is more than just a building—it is a symbol of foresight, partnership and the Federal Government’s commitment to equipping our universities with critical infrastructure for 21st-century education,”
The Vice-Chancellor noted that the entire university community was thrilled with the development, calling it a significant milestone for the institution and Nigeria’s cybersecurity capabilities.
High-Profile Attendance
The commissioning ceremony attracted a distinguished audience, including Bayero University’s principal officers, senior management staff from BUK and NITDA, deans, directors, heads of departments, and numerous academic and administrative staff members. Students also participated enthusiastically in the historic event.
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