Nigerian businesses urged to prioritise staff training as phishing threats escalate

Nigerian businesses are being urged to focus on staff training in the face of escalating phishing threats.

The report from ThisDayLive highlights the increasing phishing threats targeting Nigerian businesses. Experts are calling for prioritisation of staff training to mitigate these risks. This comes amid a broader context of cybersecurity challenges in the country. No specific details on incidents or recommendations are provided in the available information. The emphasis is on proactive measures to protect against phishing attacks.

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