Despite drop in breaches, Nigeria’s cybersecurity struggles persist

•Records over 119,000 data breaches in Q1 of 2025 •23.2 million Nigerian accounts breached since 2004•7.3M emails, 13M passwords exposed•Expert fears citizens not practising good cyber hygieneBy Juliet UmehIn today’s increasingly digital world, Nigeria stands at a defining moment in its cybersecurity journey. With over 119,000 data breaches recorded in the first quarter of 2025, the country continues to grapple with the realities of digital vulnerability,  ev