Workshop 2026
The digital transformation in Nigeria is accelerating, and this surge in connected systems is opening more doors for relentless cyber threats to strike. However, with Artificial Intelligence (AI), Nigeria holds a game-changing edge for providing smarter threat detection, automated responses, and proactive as well as predictive defense. This cybersecurity forum brings stakeholders together to explore how AI can drive a, more resilient cyber ecosystem in Nigeria through collaboration, innovation, and strategic capacity building.
Objectives
Enable participants gain insights to AI-driven cybersecurity solutions
Equip stakeholders with effective strategies for deploying AI tools to attain proactive cyber defense
Provide insights to guide AI governance, cybersecurity policies, and regulatory frameworks.
Foster partnerships between government, private sector, academia, and international bodies.
Build strategies for integrating AI into national cyber resilience planning.
Focus Areas
AI-powered threat detection and incident response
Machine learning applications in fraud prevention and risk analysis
Protection of critical national infrastructure
Ethical considerations and governance of AI in cybersecurity
Cyber threat intelligence and predictive analytics
Capacity building and workforce development in AI cybersecurity
Public-private partnerships and information sharing frameworks
Target Audience
Government agencies and policymakers
Cybersecurity professionals and IT practitioners
Financial institutions and telecom operators
Academic researchers and students in AI and cybersecurity
Tech startups and innovation hubs
International development partners and cybersecurity organizations
Key Takeaways
Practical insights into leveraging AI for real-time cyber threat mitigation
Improved understanding of Nigeria’s cyber risk landscape and response strategies
Actionable recommendations for AI-driven cybersecurity policy and governance
Strengthened multi-stakeholder collaboration frameworks
Enhanced skills and knowledge for implementing AI-based security solutions
Roadmap for advancing national cyber resilience through innovation
Download: Workshop Materials
- Building Cybersecurity Capacity Through Open Threat Intelligence
Dr. Robinson Tombari Sibe, CEO & Lead Forensic Examiner | Digital Footprints Nig. Ltd.
- Building a Practical DFIR Toolkit
Dr. Robinson Tombari Sibe, CEO & Lead Forensic Examiner | Digital Footprints Nig. Ltd.
- Practical Insights to Real-Time Cyber Forensics Threat Mitigation
Mr Emmanuel Livinus, Digital Forensics & Incident Response | AI Augmented Cybersecurity Professional
Guests Speakers
Our Resource Persons
Engr. Abisoye Coker-Odusote
Engr. Abisoye Coker-Odusote has over eighteen (18) years of experience in information technology telecommunications, finance, oil & gas, healthcare, government, and public utilities.
She served as the Technology & Communications head at Bate Litwin (an engineering company, a former subsidiary of Litwin, France) on projects such as Chevron ESA (JV with Atlas, etc.). Prior to her stint at Bate Litwin, she has held several key positions in different companies, where she was responsible for information technology policies and systems implementation, project management and software development, across Nigeria and the United Kingdom. With her expertise and wealth of experience in information technology and data management, she has consulted for various entities on development and implementation of robust electronic identity database management systems.
She was the General Manager/Chief Executive Officer of the Lagos State Infrastructure Maintenance and Regulatory Agency (“LASIMRA”). As the General Manager of LASIMRA, her day-to-day functions, saw her managing key utility infrastructure providers – telecommunication, power, and gas operators – to promote standards and procedures in infrastructural development and maintenance, reducing damage to public utilities whilst fostering collaboration amongst the stakeholders in improving public safety and transforming Lagos state to a smart city.
Her innovative work at LASIMRA was impactful within the utility infrastructure space and well acknowledged amongst its stakeholders and the public, which saw her being recognised as one of the value-driven CEOs of excellence that powered Nigeria’s economic growth in 2022 based on LASIMRA’s contribution to digital infrastructure.
Engr. Bisoye Coker-Odusote is currently the Director-General/Chief Executive Officer of NIMC.
Dr. Robinson Tombari Sibe
Dr. Robinson Tombari Sibe is a globally respected expert in Digital Forensics and Cybersecurity, and trusted technology leader, with over two decades of experience. As the CEO and Lead Forensic Examiner of Digital Footprints Nig. Ltd, he has spearheaded some of the most complex digital investigations and cybersecurity projects in Nigeria and internationally.
A celebrated leader in the field, Dr. Sibe was honored as Nigeria’s Cybersecurity Personality of the Year 2025 at a conference jointly organized by the Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, NITDA, and the OPice of the National Security Adviser (ONSA). He serves on several Boards, including that of the Africa ICT Alliance (AfICTA), representing private sector interests across 38 African nations.
Dr. Sibe is a prolific scholar-practitioner. He serves as a Professor of Practice (Cybersecurity) at Miva Open University, a Visiting Fellow of the University of South Wales (UK), a member of the Advisory Board of the Ph.D Information Technology programme of University of the Cumberlands, USA, and a lecturer at the Rivers State University.
He has a PhD in Information Technology (Digital Forensics) and a Master of Science in Digital Forensics, both from the University of the Cumberlands, USA. He also has a Master of Engineering in Electronics/Telecommunication Engineering from the University of Port Harcourt and a Bachelor of Technology in Computer Engineering from the Rivers State University. His academic contributions include serving as co-author of the seminal Springer text, Cybercrime, Digital Forensic Readiness, and Financial Crime Investigation in Nigeria. He has also published several articles and papers in peer reviewed journals, served as lead consultant for developing national frameworks and SOPs for digital forensics.
Dr. Sibe has facilitated several high impact trainings internationally. He is also a trusted advisor and consultant to sovereign entities, multilateral organisations, and international bodies and remains at the forefront of securing the digital frontier. His consulting portfolio spans several countries and sectors, including finance, law enforcement, criminal justice, defense, national CERTs, energy, etc. He is a Fellow of the Nigerian Society of Engineers and holds numerous elite industry certifications.
Oseikhuemen Aikpehae
Lead Cybersecurity Instructor, Neo Cloud Technologies | Certified Cybersecurity Educator Professional (CCEP) | Cybersecurity Awareness Advocate | Risk Management & Governance Professional
Oseikhuemen Aikpehae is a cybersecurity educator and awareness advocate with experience in cybersecurity training, risk management, governance, and digital security awareness. As the Lead Cybersecurity Instructor at Neo Cloud Technologies, he has trained students and professionals on cybersecurity fundamentals, emerging technologies, cyber risks, and safe digital practices.
His areas of interest include artificial intelligence governance, cyber risk management, digital trust, misinformation, deepfake awareness, and the societal impact of emerging technologies. He is passionate about simplifying complex cybersecurity concepts for diverse audiences and helping individuals and organizations understand the opportunities and risks associated with the evolving digital landscape.
Nkechi Evelyn Achudume
A cybersecurity and information technology enthusiast with over two decades of experience in financial security, fraud investigation, and risk management within public sector operations. She holds advanced and foreign academic qualifications in Information Technology and Cybersecurity, and her work focuses on strategic cybersecurity leadership, threat mitigation, and the development of resilient digital security frameworks. She has led complex investigations into financial recoveries and contributed to policy and systems strengthening initiatives aimed at enhancing national and institutional security. She has publications in Information Technology and currently researching into IT solutions. She is seriously committed to advancing online safety, cybersecurity awareness, capacity building, and digital trust in emerging economies.
Dr. Emmanuel Obongha Okoi
Dr. Emmanuel Obongha Okoi is a distinguished cybersecurity, digital & mobile forensics expert with over 16 years of hands-on experience in the field of cybersecurity, digital forensics, and blockchain forensics investigation. He is the Chief Executive Officer of CYESEC TECHNOLOGIES LIMITED, one of Africa’s fastest-growing cybersecurity and e-Solutions firms. A multicertified professional, Dr. Okoi began his career as a Cisco Network Administrator and evolved into a global cybersecurity and forensics consultant recognized for his deep technical expertise, innovative research, and leadership in digital transformation and cyber resilience. He has designed and implemented advanced cybersecurity architectures, led Red and Blue Team operations, and managed IT security projects for major organizations across Africa, including MTN Nigeria, INEC, Nigerian Ports Authority, SwissPort Ghana, West Blue Alliance Zambia, Canada, USA, India, Haifa in Israel and the Nigerian Military.
Dr. Muktar Bello
Dr. Muktar Bello is a certified cybersecurity expert with over 20 years of experience in Law Enforcement, Academia and Consultancy. He is a Masterclass Trainer, Terrorism Prevention Expert, Subject Matter Expert and Advisory Policy Maker with International and globally acclaimed organizations such as the UNODC, GiZ, Knowtified, EFCC, ISC2 and Cyber First amongst others.His research area covers the use of sustainable innovation and generative AI in the development of science-based and intelligence-driven approach, namely predictive policing for the prevention of crime.
Abdulmalik Abdulaziz
Mr. Abdulmalik Abdulaziz is an EC-Council Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), cybersecurity professional, red teamer, dark web researcher, and web master who is passionate about helping individuals and organizations stay safe in the digital world.
He is the Lead of the Digital Security Ambassador Network (DSAN), where he works on promoting cybersecurity awareness, digital resilience, cyber hygiene, and responsible technology use across communities in Nigeria.
Over the years, Abdulmalik has been actively involved in cybersecurity awareness campaigns, vulnerability assessments, digital investigations, web infrastructure management, and practical cybersecurity training. His work focuses on areas such as Artificial Intelligence in Cybersecurity, Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT), cyber threat analysis, social engineering awareness, and grassroots-level cyber defense strategies.
Known for his practical and hands-on approach, he has trained students, professionals, and institutions on digital safety, ethical cybersecurity practices, and emerging cyber threats affecting today’s connected world.
Abdulmalik strongly believes that cybersecurity awareness should not be limited to experts alone but should reach everyday people, local communities, schools, and organizations to help build a more secure and digitally resilient society.
