22 May Exclusive Networks Africa opens new offices in Nigeria

Cybersecurity specialist Exclusive Networks Africa has reached a significant milestone in its African market development journey, with the official opening of its new office in Lagos, Nigeria.

This new development signifies the company’s steadfast commitment to investing in the region and bolstering its presence in West Africa, stated Anton Jacobsz, Exclusive Networks Africa’s managing director.

“The opening of our new Nigerian office represents more than just having a brick-and-mortar presence in the country, it is a symbol of our dedication and investment in Nigeria and the broader West Africa region,” he said.

“With over a decade of operations in the region, this development represents a strategic move to better serve the local market and provide enhanced support to our vendors and channel partners.”

The timing of Exclusive Networks Africa’s expansion aligns with the Nigerian government’s recent announcement of a levy on domestic transfers to fund cybersecurity initiatives—underscoring the growing focus on cybersecurity in the region, and Africa in its entirety.

Jacobsz added: “The cost of cybercrime is expected to reach $23.82 trillion globally by 2027, according to Statistica, and we’re seeing that Africa is being increasingly targeted by cyber criminals. Threats like ransomware and distributed denial of service (DDoS) attacks will continue to be seen across the continent, reinforcing the need for local organisations to ensure that they have the right protection measures in place.”