Dear Young Nigerians,
One lesson from the 2023 elections, particularly in Lagos, should never be forgotten.
In the period following the presidential election and leading up to the governorship election, we witnessed a troubling shift in public discourse. Conversations that should have focused on competence, governance, development, and the future of our nation were gradually diverted towards tribal sentiments, ethnic divisions, and unnecessary suspicion among citizens.
Many sincere and well-meaning Nigerians participated in these conversations without realising that they were being drawn into narratives carefully designed by others.
Throughout history, whenever politicians find it difficult to compete on ideas, performance, character, or vision, some resort to exploiting the fault lines of ethnicity, religion, and identity. Their calculation is simple: a divided people are easier to manipulate than a united people.
Today, I see similar efforts emerging again, sometimes in more subtle and sophisticated ways. Narratives are planted, amplified, and circulated, often by individuals who genuinely believe they are defending a worthy cause, without recognizing the broader agenda behind such campaigns.
Let me state clearly that Pastor Enoch Adeboye remains one of the foremost fathers of faith in our nation. For decades, he has consistently preached the virtues of peace, prayer, love, reconciliation, and national unity. Even when faced with provocation, his response has always reflected humility, restraint, wisdom, and grace.
At 84 years of age, it would be unfair for young and able-bodied Nigerians to transfer to him responsibilities that properly belong to them. The task of building a better Nigeria rests primarily on the shoulders of the younger generation. It is their duty to lead the conversations, champion the reforms, and drive the positive change our nation urgently requires.
We must be careful not to become instruments in the hands of those who secretly nurture division while publicly preaching unity. In most cases, their target is not the individual being attacked; instead, it is the person who is attacking. Their real objective is to weaken the bonds that hold us together as one people and one nation.
I therefore urge all young Nigerians: do not allow anyone to recruit you into hatred. Do not allow anyone to weaponise your ethnicity, your faith, or your admiration for respected leaders.
Question every narrative. Verify every claim. Follow the facts. Resist manipulation.
The Nigeria of our dreams can only be built by citizens who refuse to be divided, who choose unity over hatred, and who place our collective future above narrow interests.
A New Nigeria is POssible. -PO
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I went through 55 GRC Analyst job descriptions (UK, US, Canada, Nigeria, Ghana and Ireland) and came up with 10 top skills that is required of a GRC Analyst.
Some of the job titles seen in the JDs are Information Security Officer, GRC Analyst, Information Security Analyst, Information Risk and Security Engineer and Risk Analyst.
I have attached some resources that can help people get the required skills.
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1.Knowledge of best practice standards and frameworks
To get this knowledge, it is recommended that you download the standard or framework you want to learn and test it by applying it in an organization to sharpen your skills.
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https://t.co/aImIdCrOKT Awareness and Training
Learn how to develop an awareness program (Think about ways to share Cybersecurity awareness using various methods- blogs, posters, virtual or physical trainings, quiz, emails etc).
Additional content for learning security awareness
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3.Policy Development and Compliance
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Download Information Security Policy Templates on SANS Institute and use them as a guide to create sample policies
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4.Risk Management
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5.Third Party Assurance
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7.Incident Response
Use NCSC Exercise in a box to get familiar with real scenarios (Free)
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Cyber Incident Response Playbooks
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Link to Incident Response Playbook
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8.GRC Tools
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Download GRC tools and use them as a guide to get familiar with GRC tools
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Familiarize yourself with GDPR, NDPR, HIPAA and NIST Privacy Framework (Depending on your location).
10.Information Security Management
Implement Information Security Controls using best practice standards and frameworks (Refer to 1)
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You can also gain hands on experience through internships
Top five Certs seen in the Job Descriptions
ISO 27001 LI, CISM, CRISC, CISSP, CISA (Note, most of the certs require some years of experience)
Other Certs seen in the JDs
ISO 22301 LI, ITIL, Comptia Security +, CIPP, GSEC, GSNA, GIAC
Top Standards and Frameworks seen in the JDs
US and Canada
NIST CSF, ISO 27001, HIPAA, PCI DSS, SOC 1, SOC 2, COBIT, SOX, CIS
Other Countries
NIST CSF, ISO 27001, PCI DSS, SOC 2, GDPR, NDPR, COBIT, CIS
Top Soft Skills seen in the JDs
Critical Thinking, Problem-Solving, Communication Skills, Stakeholder Management, Adaptability, Presentation skills, Attention to Details, Time Management, Analytical Skills, Collaboration and Reporting Skills.
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