UN Convention on Cybercrime: A call to Action by Wilson Babangida Agboti
A Call to Action: Nigeria’s Commitment to the Convention Against Cybercrime On December 24th, 2024, the United Nations General Assembly adopted the Convention Against Cybercrime, a landmark global treaty designed to strengthen international cooperation in combating cybercrime and protecting societies from the growing threats of digital attacks. This historic convention marks the first international criminal justice treaty negotiated in over two decades, signifying its critical importance in addressing the complexities of cyber threats in today’s interconnected world. The convention, set to open for signature in 2025, will come into force 90 days after being ratified by at least 40 member states. It represents an extraordinary opportunity for nations to collectively establish robust frameworks to deter, detect, and respond to cybercrime. As a Defense Consultant , Chief Operating Officer of Community Impact Affinity (CIA) , and Vice Chairman, Committee on Security of the Council of...