Day 27: Avoid Unknown Removable Storage Devices Keep your Cyber diet clean 👀 Not every cybersecurity threat comes through the internet. Some can enter your computer through physical devices, including USB drives, external hard drives, and memory cards. Connecting an untrusted device can expose your system to malware or other security threats. Imagine a friend gives you a USB drive containing a presentation they need you to review. That innocent device could contain malicious files that put your device and data at risk. Quick Tip: Only use removable storage devices from trusted sources and scan them with approved security tools where appropriate. Before connecting a USB drive to your computer, what steps should you take to ensure it is safe to use?

Day 24: Encrypt Sensitive Data on Your Devices “Encryption is the secret ingredient to protecting your data 👀” Locking your device is important, but what happens if it’s lost or stolen? Sensitive documents, financial records and personal files could be at risk if someone finds a way to access your device storage. Imagine this: Your laptop is stolen from your bag. It has a login password, but that alone may not protect its stored data from every attempt to access it. Full-disk encryption helps keep your files unreadable without the appropriate key. Quick tip: Check your device security settings and enable supported encryption features, such as BitLocker on Windows or FileVault on Mac. Keep your recovery key somewhere secure and back up important data. Is a strong password enough to protect your files?

Day 25: Check Before Scanning QR Codes “Scan with care, don’t feed scammers 👀” QR codes make everyday tasks easier, from viewing menus to paying for parking. But cybercriminals can replace legitimate codes with malicious ones that lead to fake websites designed to steal your personal or financial information. Imagine this: You park your car and scan a QR code on a parking sign to pay. The website looks convincing, but the code has been replaced with a fake one designed to steal your card details. You could end up paying a scammer instead of the parking operator. Quick tip: Preview the web address before opening it. Check that the domain matches the official site. Look for signs of tampering, and verify payment instructions through an official website or app if anything seems suspicious. What steps can help verify whether a QR code leads to a legitimate website?

I am asking again. What will it take for the Nigerian government to mandate that its agencies have dedicated, in-house Cybersecurity professionals? And is there a way to ensure that these positions are openly advertised and accessible to qualified, competent professionals through a transparent, merit-based recruitment process?