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UN Convention on Cybercrime: A call to Action by Wilson Babangida Agboti

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  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...

Wilson Babangida Joins the International Society of Diplomats; reassures commitment to working alongside fellow council members to develop innovative strategies for global peacebuilding

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  I   am deeply honored to announce to the public my official induction into the prestigious National Council of Emissaries of the International Society of Diplomats (ISD). This significant milestone was marked during the ISD's Inaugural Assembly, Induction Ceremony, and Banquet held on December 17, 2024, in Abuja. I am equally humbled to have been appointed as the Vice Chairman of the Committee on Security, a role that carries profound responsibility in advancing peace and security through international cooperation. The event, themed  "Diplomacy and International Cooperation: Pivotal to Sustainable Peace and Development,"  was a resounding success. It brought together a distinguished gathering of diplomats, policymakers, academics, and business leaders. Among the esteemed dignitaries in attendance were: Prof. Edet Bassey Ekpenyong  ,Country Director/Head of Mission in Nigeria, International Society of Diplomats. His Excellency Dr. Isa Yuguda, CON , Former Minis...