{"id":4255,"date":"2024-08-14T21:09:18","date_gmt":"2024-08-14T21:09:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/glorno.com\/?p=4255"},"modified":"2025-07-28T13:37:58","modified_gmt":"2025-07-28T13:37:58","slug":"ecowas-cybersecurity-hackathon-program-2024","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/glorno.com\/index.php\/2024\/08\/14\/ecowas-cybersecurity-hackathon-program-2024\/","title":{"rendered":"ECOWAS Cybersecurity Hackathon Program 2024"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The ECOWAS Cyber Security Hackathon, a Capture the Flag (CTF) competition sponsored by Nigeria and organised by ECOWAS, is an exciting announcement from the Federal Ministry of Information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is a great chance for novices and seasoned pros alike to learn more about cybersecurity, pick up new abilities, and connect with like-minded individuals. 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All teams and competent people are welcome to participate in this exciting event.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Present your knowledge, work with colleagues, and promote cybersecurity in your nation and throughout West Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This page will give interested candidates comprehensive program details along with a step-by-step application process walkthrough.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Host:<\/strong> ECOWAS<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Opportunity Type: <\/strong>Competitions | Training<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Eligible Countries: <\/strong>West Africa<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Financial coverage: <\/strong>Prizes | Training | Networking<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a><\/a><strong>Eligibility Criteria:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You have to be a native of a West African nation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Being a team player is necessary for participation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a><\/a><strong>Benefits:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The goal of the ECOWAS Cybersecurity Hackathon is to give young people who are interested in technology a platform.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The purpose of the event is to improve the cybersecurity workforce in the area.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>This is a significant chance for novices and seasoned experts alike.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In addition to learning new skills and expanding their network of enthusiasts, participants can delve into the realm of cybersecurity.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Deadline: <\/strong>August 5, 2024<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/testlms.nitda.gov.ng\/\">Apply Button<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/nairametrics.com\/\">Image credit<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The ECOWAS Cyber Security Hackathon, a Capture the Flag (CTF) competition sponsored by Nigeria and organised by ECOWAS, is an exciting announcement from the Federal Ministry of Information. 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