President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has issued a Presidential Order for the Designation and Protection of Critical National Information Infrastructure (CNII).
The order highlights the importance of safeguarding Nigeria’s critical Information and Communications Technology (ICT) systems, networks, and infrastructure.
The objectives of the order include:
1. Designating specific ICT systems, networks, and infrastructure in Nigeria as Critical National Information Infrastructure (CNII).
2. Developing cohesive measures and strategies to ensure the security and continued operation of CNII.
3. Adopting a proactive and holistic approach to identifying, securing, and protecting CNII.
4. Minimizing incidents that could damage, disrupt, or interfere with the functionality or integrity of CNII.
5. Ensuring the effective operation of ICT systems, networks, and infrastructure critical to national priorities, economic development, national security, public health, and government functions.
The Presidential Order underscores the role of CNII in driving Nigeria’s national imperatives and safeguarding the nation’s socio-economic and security interests.
