By Miriam Humbe
To protect Nigeria’s Critical National Information Infrastructure, (CNII) the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) is considering establishing a Communications Industry Security Trust Fund.
This was contained in a six-point communiqué Issued at the 109th Board meeting of the Nigerian Communications Commission held On May 25, 2026.
Humsi Media Online gathered that nations of the world protect their Critical National Information Infrastructure because its compromise or destruction would severely jeopardize national security, economic stability, and public safety.
Protecting Critical National Information Infrastructure therefore, requires securing the digital and physical assets vital to national security, public health, and the economy.
In Nigeria, these assets are safeguarded under the Designation and Protection of CNII Order 2024 and the Cybercrimes Act.1. Identify Protected Assets.
The Nigerian government categorizes specific information and communications technology (ICT) assets as CNII.
Damaging or tampering with these carries severe legal consequences.
The NCC Board noted the prevailing sectoral challenges affecting the operations of licensees of the Commission, including infrastructure vandalism, which has continued to hamper industry growth.
The Board acknowledged the ongoing efforts by the Office of the National Security Adviser and the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps to protect telecommunications infrastructure following its designation as Critical National Information Infrastructure (CNII).
However, it emphasised the need for greater collaboration among industry stakeholders to strengthen the protection and security of network facilities and related infrastructure.
In this regard, the Board reaffirmed its commitment to fast-tracking initiatives aimed at enhancing infrastructure security, including exploring the feasibility of establishing a Communications Industry Security Trust Fund.
