A Data Breach Doesn’t Have to Steal Your Money to Put You at Risk
When we hear “data breach,” the first thought is often: Was any money stolen? But money doesn’t have to disappear for a data breach to affect you. In August 2026, Zenith Bank disclosed that it was investigating unauthorized access to some customer…
A Deadline Is Not a Reason to Skip the Process
We all work with deadlines. Sometimes a task is urgent, a customer is waiting, or something needs to be completed before the end of the day. But urgency should never become a reason to bypass an established process or security control. When Urgency…
Your Phone Can Open the Door to Your Work Account – Are You Keeping It Secure?
Let’s talk about something most of us use throughout the day without giving it much thought our mobile phones. Your phone may feel like a personal device, but once you use it for work, it can become connected to much more than calls and messages. Think…
That “Save Password” Prompt Looks Helpful – But Should You Use It?
Let’s talk about something many of us see almost every day without giving it much thought. You log into your email, an application, or a website, and suddenly your browser asks: “Save password?” It looks helpful. You don’t have to remember…
Security Mistakes Happen – What Matters Is What You Do Next
Nobody gets everything right all the time. You may accidentally click a suspicious link, send an email to the wrong person, open an unexpected attachment, share information with the wrong recipient, or approve something you did not intend to. Making a…
Download With Caution – Not Every File From the Internet Is Safe
Let’s talk about something many of us do every day without giving it much thought downloading files from the internet. It could be a document, software, PDF, browser extension, image, or another file. While the download may appear harmless, not…
Your Password Is the Key to Your Digital Identity – Create Strong Passwords That Are Easy to Remember
Your password is the first line of defense against unauthorized access to your accounts and company information. Many people struggle to create passwords that are both secure and memorable. As a result, they often choose simple passwords, reuse the same…
Cyber Threats Are Evolving – Why Strong Internal Security Controls Matter
Let’s talk about a recent cybersecurity alert that serves as a reminder that cybercriminals are constantly evolving their tactics. The Nigeria Computer Emergency Response Team (ngCERT), under the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA),…
Not Every Caller Is Who They Claim to Be—Verify First
Let’s talk about a scam that reminds us why it’s important to verify unexpected requests even when they appear to come from a trusted source. A recent victim shared how they received a phone call from someone claiming to be from their bank.…
Before You Enter That Verification Code, Stop and Verify
Let’s talk about a phishing technique that doesn’t ask for your password—but can still give attackers access to your account. Many of us are familiar with verification codes used to confirm our identity when signing in or accessing online…
