Robinson Tombari Sibe
Robinson Tombari Sibe, one of Nigerias top cybersecurity and digital forensic experts, has been named cybersecurity personality of the year.
The award was presented during the 2025 National Cyber Security Conference (NCSC), held in Abuja last Thursday. The event recognised individuals and institutions making significant contributions to Nigerias evolving cybersecurity landscape.
Organised by the Federal Ministry of Communication, National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), and the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA), the conference served as a platform to boost cybersecurity awareness, foster collaboration, and strengthen best practices across public and private sectors.
Im deeply honoured to receive this Cybersecurity Personality of the Year Award, Sibe said.
A globally respected leader in digital forensics and cybersecurity, Sibe has consulted on complex investigations and supported key national institutions in capacity building, policy development, and awareness initiatives.
As the CEO and lead forensic examiner of Digital Footprints Nigeria Ltd, he oversees a state-of-the-art forensic lab in Abuja, leading high-profile investigations and mentoring future professionals.
He is also the managing director of Abatis Technology Ltd, a pioneer in endpoint protection for financial institutions, government agencies, and SMEs.
When this journey began, our focus was simply on making a meaningful contribution. We never imagined that our efforts would gain such national attention. For this honour, I am sincerely grateful, he remarked, while acknowledging the organisers for recognising his contributions to the countrys cybersecurity space.
Sibe credited his family and professional teams for their support: I thank God for His grace and guidance throughout this journey. My heartfelt appreciation goes to my wife, children, and family for their unwavering support, sacrifices, and prayers.
A special thank you to the incredible teams at Digital Footprints Ltd and Abatis Technology Nigeria your dedication, professionalism, and shared vision made this possible. I also extend my gratitude to our clients, partners, and associates who entrusted us with their missions; this award is a reflection of our shared commitment.
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Highlighting his dual career in academia and industry, he added, I have had the rare privilege of having a balanced career. For this, I am grateful to all the universities I am affiliated with Rivers State University, University of South Wales, University of the Cumberlands, Africa Centre of Excellence on Technology Enhanced Learning (ACETEL), NOUN, and others.
Sibe is also a co-author of the book, Cybercrime, Digital Forensic Readiness, and Financial Crime Investigation in Nigeria, published by Springer. The book is considered a vital resource in Nigerias cybercrime response and academic landscape.
Dedicating the award to the broader Nigerian cybersecurity community, he said: This award is for all of us. Your tireless efforts, collaboration, and resilience continue to inspire progress in our industry.
Themed Building a Resilient Digital Future: Innovation, Collaboration and Resilience, the 2025 NCSC showcased Nigerias determination to build robust cyber defenses in the face of rising digital threats.
The conference convened leading cybersecurity experts, policymakers, and industry stakeholders to promote inter-agency cooperation and cross-sector partnerships.
As Nigeria continues to emerge as a leading technology hub in Africa, individuals like Dr. Robinson Tombari Sibe are at the forefront of shaping a resilient and innovative cybersecurity future a commitment that was rightly recognised and celebrated at the National Cyber Security Conference, Juliet Nkem, a cybersecurity policy analyst stated.
More than a conference, NCSC 2025 was a high-impact platform for strategic dialogue, collaboration, and innovation. It underscored Nigerias growing leadership in cybersecurity across regional and global arenas addressing the urgent need for adaptive cyber resilience in an increasingly complex threat environment.
The National Cybersecurity Conference closed yesterday with a resounding dinner and awards night, celebrating the exceptional contributions of individuals, organisations, and institutions in the cybersecurity sector. Congratulations to the winners of the National Cyber Security Awards! NITDA posted on its official X (formerly Twitter) handle.
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