Dr. Aminu Maida, the Executive Vice Chairman/CEO of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), delivered remarks at the Telecoms Industry Risk Management Conference hosted at the Radisson Blu Hotel, Ikeja, Lagos. Themed “Evolution and Future Risk Management in the Telecoms Industry: Harnessing Emerging Technologies and Trends,” the conference convened esteemed individuals from diverse sectors, including risk specialists, academia, financial institutions, and telecommunications experts. Dr. Maida extended a cordial welcome to all attendees, recognizing the imperative of exploring the pivotal theme amidst the swiftly evolving telecommunications landscape.
During his discourse, Dr. Maida accentuated the paramount importance of efficacious risk management in the telecommunications domain amidst the rapid strides of technology. With the emergence of 5G networks and the imminent advent of 6G technology, the industry confronts unprecedented prospects and hurdles. The dialogue delved into the expansive attack surface of 5G networks and the projected advancements of 6G technology, spotlighting the necessity of addressing novel risks such as cybersecurity vulnerabilities and ethical quandaries to safeguard a secure digital trajectory.
Dr. Maida underscored the pivotal role of collaboration, ingenuity, and preemptive risk management approaches in adeptly navigating the intricacies of nascent technologies. He stressed the mandate of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) in nurturing an ecosystem conducive to innovation while upholding the security and resilience of telecom infrastructure. Dr. Maida advocated for concerted endeavors across the industry to instill a culture of risk consciousness, equip personnel with requisite competencies, harness AI for data-driven insights, and streamline incident response protocols. He urged participants not only to confront extant technological complexities but also to anticipate and brace for the opportunities and hazards accompanying the transition towards 6G and beyond, ensuring the telecoms sector flourishes at the vanguard of technological progress.
