ThinkCyber Nigeria has announced the launch of Unit 25, a new Cybersecurity Operations and Expertise division aimed at addressing what the company describes as a growing gap between theoretical cybersecurity knowledge and real-world operational capability in Nigeria.

The initiative comes amid rising concerns over increasingly sophisticated cyberattacks targeting businesses and public institutions as the country’s digital economy expands.

Rising Threat Landscape

Industry observers note that ransomware attacks and other targeted cyber threats have become more frequent across Africa’s largest economy. While many organizations rely on standard security frameworks and certifications, experts argue that these measures alone may no longer be sufficient against evolving adversaries.

Mike Ikem, Country Manager of ThinkCyber Nigeria, said the changing threat environment requires a more proactive and intelligence-led approach.

“The cybersecurity landscape has shifted from simple perimeter defense to a complex war of attrition,” Ikem said. “There is a significant gap between knowing cybersecurity concepts and operating them effectively in real time. Unit 25 was established to help close that gap.”

According to Ikem, the new division is designed to move organizations beyond compliance-based security models toward more active threat detection and response strategies.

Operational Focus

ThinkCyber says Unit 25 will operate across three core areas:

Elite Tactical Operations:
The unit will conduct advanced threat hunting, digital forensics, and Red Team/Blue Team simulations to test and strengthen organizational defenses. Areas of focus include malware analysis, reverse engineering, and Security Operations Center (SOC) optimization.

Framework-Driven Resilience:
Unit 25 will align its services with international standards such as the NIST Cybersecurity Framework, MITRE ATT&CK, and ISO 27001, adapting them to local corporate environments.

Capacity Building:
The division will also emphasize workforce development through cyber range simulations and specialized training programs aimed at building advanced cybersecurity expertise within Nigeria and across Africa.

“Our commitment is to help build the next generation of cybersecurity professionals,” Ikem added, noting that preparedness must be demonstrated through practical capability rather than theoretical knowledge.

Project Timeline

ThinkCyber Nigeria said Unit 25 is scheduled for a full-scale project rollout in the first week of May 2026. The company positions the division as a strategic partner for enterprises and government agencies seeking to strengthen cyber resilience and business continuity.

As Nigeria’s digital transformation accelerates, initiatives such as Unit 25 reflect broader efforts within the private sector to enhance national cybersecurity capacity and operational readiness.