Tech Policy Advisory

Lagos State released its Cybersecurity Guidelines 2025.

The guidelines set out practical steps for SMEs, large organisations, and MDAs on how to manage cybersecurity, from basic protections like MFA and backups to governance, risk management, and incident response.

The Guidelines also align with existing frameworks (NDPA and Cybercrime Act).

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Welcome to a new week.

Did you miss the major stories that shaped Africa’s tech policy space last week? Don’t worry, we have got you covered.

Here’s a quick snapshot of the major Tech Policy stories across the continent between 23 February - 01 March 2026

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On 10 December 2025, the House of Representatives passed for First Reading the Social Media Regulation Bill, 2025 (HB.2643).

As part of our Legislative Watch, we have prepared a snapshot of the Bill, highlighting its scope, objectives, offences, penalties, and enforcement framework.

Follow us for updates on the progress of the Bill and other key developments shaping Nigeria’s digital and media regulatory landscape.