Apply: FG Invites Nigerian Youths for ECOWAS Cybersecurity Hackathon
The Federal Government of Nigeria is inviting all Nigerian youths and IT enthusiasts to participate in the Economic Community of West Africa’s (ECOWAS) Cybersecurity Hackathon.
This Capture the Flag (CTF) competition, hosted by Nigeria in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, and National Information Technology Development Agency, NITDA, aims to enhance cybersecurity skills across the region.
This event is a prime opportunity for both beginners and seasoned professionals to delve into the world of cybersecurity, acquire new skills, and network with like-minded individuals.
The hackathon is designed to foster collaboration and innovation, encouraging participants to demonstrate their expertise and push the boundaries of cybersecurity.
All talented individuals and teams are invited to join this exciting competition, contributing to the talent pool driving cyberspace security in Nigeria and West Africa.
The hackathon aims to enhance the region’s cyber workforce by providing a platform for young technology enthusiasts to showcase their skills and learn new ones.
The ECOWAS Cybersecurity Hackathon is an annual ethical hacking competition that gathers top cybersecurity talents from across the region
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The inaugural edition was held in Porto Novo, Benin Republic, in 2022, followed by Lome, Togo, in 2023. This year’s event promises to build on that success.
Eligibility and Registration Details:
Registration Period: July 19, 2024, to August 5, 2024
Eligibility Criteria:
- Participants must be citizens of ECOWAS member countries.
- Travel tickets will be provided for participants residing within the region.
- Teams must consist of 3-4 members, with at least one female participant.
- Participants must be between 17 and 35 years of age.
The initiative comes at a critical time, as a recent report by the International Information System Security Certification Consortium (ISC2) highlighted a global gap of four million unfilled cybersecurity jobs.
The Federal Government of Nigeria is addressing this talent shortage through its 3 Million Technical Talent (3MTT) programme, which aims to train three million Nigerians in technical skills, including cybersecurity.
Registration for the ECOWAS Cybersecurity Hackathon is now open. Join this exciting Capture the Flag (CTF) competition by clicking the registration link.
Signed: Mrs. Hadiza Umar, fnipr,
Director, Corporate Affairs and External Relations
