SMEDAN, EFCC Move to Equip Young Entrepreneurs Against Cybersecurity Threats
James Emejo in Abuja Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN) and the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) said they are working on a joint framework to
SMEDAN and the EFCC are collaborating to equip young entrepreneurs with cybersecurity, financial literacy, and ethical business skills to strengthen Nigeria's digital economy. The proposed joint framework, which emerged from a meeting between SMEDAN's Director-General Charles Odii and EFCC Chairman Ola Olukoyede, aims to deepen knowledge sharing, capacity building, and youth-focused interventions.
The agencies will explore specific areas of joint training and institutional support as discussions progress. This collaboration seeks to address the risks associated with operating businesses in an increasingly digital environment, including cybersecurity threats, financial misconduct, and unethical business practices. By incorporating safeguards that help entrepreneurs operate legally and protect their businesses from digital and financial risks, the initiative aims to create productive opportunities for young Nigerians and steer them away from activities that could undermine the country's economy and international image.
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