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Nigeria is the second most targeted country in Africa for cyber attacks. Most business owners are still not taking it seriously

In June 2026, organisations across Nigeria faced an average of 4,361 attempted cyberattacks every single week. That figure, published by read more Nigeria is the second most targeted country in Africa for cyber attacks. Most business owners are still not taking it seriously

Nigeria is the second most targeted country in Africa for cyber attacks. Most business owners are still not taking it seriously

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