The Nigerian Navy has emerged first among 10 teams from different organisations at the 2026 International Cyber Security Conference’s Cyber Drill Finals organised for Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) by the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) in partnership with SecDojo.
The competition, held on October 27, 2026, saw the Nigerian Navy secure the top position with an impressive 779 points, significantly ahead of the second-placed team, which scored 267 points.
The cyber drill, held as part of the 2026 National Cyber Security Conference, tested participants’ cybersecurity capabilities and technical competence in addressing emerging digital threats.
The Nigerian Navy’s commanding victory highlights its growing expertise in cybersecurity and its commitment to developing specialised capabilities in emerging digital technologies.
The achievement further underscores the importance of strengthening cybersecurity capacity across government institutions to protect critical information systems and enhance national security.
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