Some of the participants
MTN Ghana is making several efforts to help deal with digital fraud and other cybercrimes.
The telecommunication company has therefore stepped up its cybersecurity awareness efforts by training its staff nationwide.
The aim is to help strengthen workers’ ability to combat digital fraud as part of activities marking Cybersecurity Awareness month.
The training was on the theme, ‘Be Cyber Smart, Be Cyber Safe’’.
It sought to equip the MTN employees with the knowledge and tools needed to protect themselves, customers, and the company’s digital infrastructure from rising online threats.
Speaking at the Takoradi session, Regional Senior Manager for MTN Ghana’s South-West Business District, Prince Owusu-Nyarko, urged the participants to remain vigilant and mindful of their online behavior.
He emphasised that some actions, though seemingly harmless, could have negative implications for the company.
“This sensitisation is crucial because it helps staff avoid becoming victims of online fraud’.
“Security starts with us and to protect our customers, we must first empower ourselves,” he indicated.
Mr. Owusu-Nyarko further encouraged employees to adhere strictly to MTN’s cybersecurity policies to ensure safe digital practices and safeguard both corporate and personal data.
Acting Technical Manager for the Western Region, Maxwell Acquah, also described cybersecurity as a shared responsibility, adding “As digital activity grows, so does the risk of cybercrime”.
“Cybersecurity is not an individual problem-it requires a collective effort. That is why MTN continues to build awareness among its staff,” he stated.
He advised participants to be wary of downloading free applications from untrusted sources.
Some participants expressed satisfaction with the training, saying it had opened their eyes to online safety measures and the importance of being cautious about the information they share on the internet.
From Emmanuel Opoku, Takoradi