As online fraud continues to claim victims across Nigeria and beyond, cybersecurity firm, Hexaguard Nigeria, is convening a public webinar aimed at equipping internet users with practical tools to identify and avoid scams.
The session, themed “5 Simple Tricks Scammers Use Online (And How to Outsmart Them)”, will be held on Saturday, 10 January 2026 at 2pm and streamed on Facebook Live.
The webinar will be moderated by Ridwan Adelaja, a poet, journalist, and tech analyst, and the co-founder of Techparley Africa, a media platform dedicated to telling Africa’s technology stories. Adelaja also currently serves as Media Aide to the Honourable Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo.
“Have you ever been scammed before? Or, do you know someone who lost a fortune to local and foreign scammers? On Saturday, I will feature on Hexaguard Nigeria’s webinar as a moderator,” Adelaja announced in a Facebook post.
A Response to a Growing Problem
Online fraud remains one of the fastest-growing forms of cybercrime in Nigeria, affecting individuals, families, small businesses, and even large organisations. From phishing emails and fake investment schemes to impersonation and identity theft, scammers are becoming more sophisticated and harder to detect.
According to industry experts, many victims do not fall for scams because they are careless, but because criminals deliberately exploit trust, urgency, fear, and lack of technical knowledge.
The Hexaguard webinar is positioned as an accessible intervention, offering clear explanations, real-world examples, and actionable advice rather than technical jargon.
The session will focus on:
- Common scam tactics and warning signs
- How scammers manipulate emotions and behaviour
- How to protect personal and financial data online
- Practical resources and expert tips to avoid falling victim
Participants are also invited to submit questions in advance or during the session, which will be addressed live.
What You Should Know
As moderator, Adelaja’s role will be to guide the conversation, connect expert knowledge with everyday experience, and ensure the session remains grounded in the realities people face online.
With his background in journalism, technology analysis, and storytelling, and through his work at Techparley Africa, Adelaja has built a reputation for translating complex digital issues into accessible narratives for the public.
Organisers say this perspective is key to making cybersecurity education relatable rather than intimidating.
The keynote speaker is Azeez Razaq, Chief Executive Officer of Hexaguard and a seasoned cybersecurity expert with deep experience in information security, risk management, and digital forensics.
Razaq serves on the EC-Council Scheme Committee and holds multiple international certifications in cybersecurity governance and information assurance. His professional work spans enterprise security architecture, cyber risk assessment, and organisational resilience.
About Hexaguard Nigeria
Hexaguard Nigeria is an enterprise software development and information security company that builds mission-critical digital systems with security integrated into every layer.
Founded by enterprise architects and security professionals, the company has evolved from a specialist consultancy into a trusted technology partner serving organisations across different regions. Its work focuses on helping businesses innovate securely in a world shaped by digital transformation, regulatory change, and cyber risk.
As more Nigerians rely on digital platforms for work, communication, payments, and commerce, exposure to cybercrime is becoming unavoidable. Experts say awareness and education remain the most effective first line of defence.
By combining expert insight, public engagement, and practical guidance, industry leaders say the Hexaguard webinar aims to move cybersecurity out of the boardroom and into everyday life, giving people the tools to recognise danger before it becomes damage.
Talking Points
It is timely that Hexaguard is convening a public session focused on how online scams work, addressing a growing threat that affects individuals, families, and small businesses across Nigeria.
By breaking down scam tactics into simple, understandable patterns, the session helps demystify cybercrime and equips everyday internet users with practical tools to protect themselves.
At Techparley, we see this kind of public-facing cybersecurity education as essential infrastructure for the digital economy, especially as more people rely on online platforms for work, payments, and communication.
The combination of expert technical insight and accessible moderation ensures that the discussion remains both credible and relatable, bridging the gap between cybersecurity professionals and the general public.
If Hexaguard and its partners can sustain this approach, it could play a meaningful role in strengthening digital trust and resilience across Nigeria’s growing online community.
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