# CyFrica 2026 Cybersecurity Summit Returns

> Nigeria's cybersecurity summit unites government and industry to tackle digital threats ahead of 8 October 2026.
- Title: CyFrica 2026 Cybersecurity Summit Returns · Allafrica
- Summary: Nigeria's cybersecurity summit unites government and industry to tackle digital threats ahead of 8 October 2026. Nigeria's CyFrica 2026 cybersecurity summit…
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- Source: Allafrica — https://allafrica.com/stories/202609080569.html
- Published: 2026-09-08T16:23:11+00:00
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- Topics: cyfrica, nigeria, nittda, ndpc, galaxy backbone, cybersecurity, digital economy, cyber resilience, data protection, african union, news, world
## CyFrica 2026 Summit
Nigeria's premier cybersecurity summit returns on 8 October 2026 at Eko Convention Center in Lagos.
## Digital Economy Growth
Nigeria's digital economy accelerates towards an estimated $18.3 billion in 2026.
## Cybersecurity Challenge
More than 281,500 accounts reportedly breached in first quarter of 2026.
## Supporting Partners
NITDA, NDPC and Galaxy Backbone Limited join CyFrica 2026 as Supporting Partners.
## Key Speakers
Dr. Ayodele Bakare, Dr. Vincent O. Olatunji, Abdul-Hakeem Ajijola and others will speak at summit.
## Cybersecurity Focus
CyFrica 2026 addresses cyber resilience, data protection, AI threats and regulatory compliance.
## CyFrica Awards
CyFrica Awards 2026 will honor cybersecurity and data protection contributions across seven categories.
## Cybersecurity Dialogue
CyFrica 2026 aims to move conversation from cyber risk to cyber resilience and regulatory compliance to digital trust.
## Key takeaway

Nigeria's CyFrica 2026 cybersecurity summit returns on 8 October 2026 to address digital security challenges as the country's economy reaches $18.3 billion.