Digital Deception: The rise of Online Scams in Nigeria and Beyond

Digital Deception: The rise of Online Scams in Nigeria and Beyond

Learn how scammers are using digital tactics to deceive people and how to protect yourself as an individual or an organisation!

By NetHost Nigeria Limited

Date and time

Thursday, June 19 · 8am - 2pm WAT

Location

BWC Hotels Victoria Island Lagos

1228B Ahmadu Bello Way Lagos, LA 106104 Nigeria

Agenda

8:00 AM - 8:30 AM

Registration & Networking


Connect, grab your tags, and meet fellow participants

8:30 AM - 9:00 AM

Breakfast

9:00 AM - 9:10 AM

Welcome Address

9:10 AM - 9:40 AM

Guest Speaker Session

Representative, Nigeria Data Protection Commission


The Role of Nigeria Data Protection Act in Enhancing User Awareness to Combat Phone & Internet Scams.

9:40 AM - 10:20 AM

Keynote Session 1

Umar Sa'ad - Vice President, CSEAN


Youth Involvement in Cybercrime: Examining the Socio-Economic Factors that Lead Young People into Online Fraud

10:20 AM - 10:50 AM

Tea Break & Networking


Refreshments & informal networking

10:50 AM - 11:35 AM

Panel Discussion


Online/Phone Scam Prevention and Awareness Campaign for Individuals & Companies. Moderator - Adefunke Bolatito - Data Protection Officer & InfoSec Consultant. NetHost Nigeria Ltd; Panelists - Dr Fran...

11:35 AM - 12:05 PM

Keynote Session 2

Samuel Modupe - Executive Secretary, ISC2 Nigeria Chapt


Cross-Boarder Internet Fraud: International Dimension and How Nigerisn Scams Affect Victims Globally

12:05 PM - 12:35 PM

Presentation of Cash Prize

12:35 PM - 12:45 PM

Closing Remarks

12:45 PM - 1:45 PM

It's a Wrap!


Final Networking, Photos and Media Engagement

About this event

  • Event lasts 6 hours

Online scams are evolving—and no one is truly safe.

Join us for an eye-opening in-person conference at BWC Hotels Victoria Island Lagos titled “Digital Deception: The Rise of Online Scams in Nigeria and Beyond,” where we explore the fast-growing threat of digital fraud and how individuals, businesses, and governments can protect themselves.

Hosted by NetHost Nigeria Limited, this free conference will feature:

  • Expert insights into Nigeria’s common online scam (phishing, impersonation, social engineering, etc.)
  • Why Nigeria is a hotspot - and what that means globally
  • Real-life stories and tactics used by fraudsters
  • Practical steps to safeguard personal and organizational data
  • Thought leadership on policy, digital security, and tech-enabled prevention

Whether you’re a business owner, tech professional, policymaker, or everyday internet user, this event will equip you with the knowledge and tools to stay ahead of digital deception.

🔒 Only 50 seats available!
This is an exclusive, invite-only session with limited space. To effectively review the suitability of registrants and ensure that your seat is reserved, please send an email to info@nethostnigerialimited.ng with the below details.

  • Full Name
  • Organization Name and website address
  • Job Title
  • Phone Number. A response confirming successful registration or not will be sent by June 6.

Bonus Opportunity:

Would you like a chance to win ₦100,000? Ten lucky attendees will each walk away with a cash prize! Visit social.nethostnigerialimited.ng to find out how to qualify and complete the steps.

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FreeJun 19 · 8:00 AM GMT+1