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Empowering Africa’s Future in Cybersecurity & AI
CyberNova AI empowers the next generation of cybersecurity talent in Nigeria. Through hands-on training, AI-powered tools, and real-world simulations, we prepare students and businesses to thrive securely in the digital world.
We also provide data protection and recovery services for individuals and SMEs looking to safeguard their data and ensure compliance.
Our Mission
To empower Africa’s future cybersecurity leaders by delivering world-class training, AI-driven security solutions, and accessible services that protect people, businesses, and data.
Our Vision
To become Africa’s leading force in cybersecurity and AI innovation, building talent, creating tools, and shaping a safer digital future powered by local intelligence and global standards.
Our Values
We are driven by integrity, innovation, and inclusiveness. Our commitment is to empower local talent, uphold global standards, and foster a culture of security, collaboration, and continuous learning. All to protect and advance Africa’s digital ecosystem.
AT CYBERNOVA AI,
We are building the next generation of cybersecurity professionals across Africa through practical, affordable, and future forward training.
Here’s what sets us apart:
- AI-Integrated Cybersecurity Education We’re one of the first academies in Nigeria to combine cybersecurity with artificial intelligence preparing students for tomorrow’s threats, not just today’s.
- Hands-On Learning, Not Just Theory Students work directly with real-world tools like Wireshark, Nmap, Burpsuite, etc. Through guided labs, simulations, and live demos.
- Job-Ready from Day One From CV optimization to interview prep and mentorship, our programs are designed to get students hired not just certified.
- Locally Relevant, Globally Aligned Our content reflects both Nigerian regulatory needs (NDPR, CBN) and global standards (ISO 27001, NIST, PCI DSS), making our graduates valuable anywhere.
- Capstone Projects That Prove Skill Every student graduates with a portfolio of real-world projects, GitHub repositories, and risk assessments showcasing their expertise to employers.
- Community & Industry Network Our ecosystem includes mentors, instructors, partners, and alumni, creating lasting career connections and collaborative growth.
AT CYBERNOVA AI,
We do more than teach we equip. We are a cybersecurity and data protection training school built for Africa’s future.
Whether you’re a student eager to break into the tech space or a company looking to strengthen your team’s security awareness, we provide practical, real-world training that empowers people to protect data, systems, and privacy at work and at home.
What We Do:
- Cybersecurity Education for Learners: We train students, career switchers, and young professionals in cybersecurity fundamentals, ethical hacking, cloud security, and compliance through hands-on labs, certifications, and real-world projects.
- Workforce Security Training for Organizations: We help companies upskill their staff teaching employees how to recognize threats, handle sensitive data, and follow best practices for information security and privacy.
- Data Privacy & Protection Programs: From awareness to safe data handling, we offer training and advisory to help Nigerian businesses stay compliant and secure.
- Server & Network Security Training: We teach how servers, endpoints, and cloud systems can be protected preparing learners to defend real infrastructure with real tools.
AT CYBERNOVA AI,
Our Aim is to build a new generation of cybersecurity professionals and privacy-aware citizens in Nigeria and Africa by delivering practical, AI-powered, and globally aligned cybersecurity education and training.
Our Core Objectives:
- To create internship and mentorship opportunities for passionate learners to gain experience and grow in the field.
- To host quarterly webinars and workshops focused on cybersecurity awareness, real-world threats, and industry trends.
- To train at least 500 individuals annually in cybersecurity and digital skills across foundational, specialized, and advanced tracks.
- To create a talent pipeline of cybersecurity professionals equipped to protect African organizations and compete globally.
- To expand access to cybersecurity careers, especially for underserved communities, by providing affordable, inclusive, and locally relevant programs.
- To integrate AI into cybersecurity learning, preparing learners to work with the latest technologies and stay ahead of emerging cyber threats.
- To assist companies in achieving data protection compliance through tailored training, workshops, and privacy awareness programs.
- To support businesses in training their workforce, helping staff understand how to identify threats, handle sensitive information securely, and build a culture of security.
- To promote digital safety and data privacy awareness among individuals, students, businesses, and institutions across Nigeria and beyond.
- To provide practical, hands-on training using real-world tools and simulations ensuring learners are not just certified, but job ready.
- To deliver high-quality cybersecurity education that equips learners with foundational and advanced skills in areas such as ethical hacking, compliance, risk management, and security operations.
Profile
Engr. Olubayo Akinwunmi is one of a few Nigerians, who has made remarkable achievements in the oil and gas industry, having spent more than 20 years as a strategic marketer in the oil and gas downstream sector. He played significant role while working in OANDO PLC and Forte Oil PLC with laudable productivity and huge profit. His remarkable achievement at NYCIL CHEMICALS as Head Sales and Marketing saw the fortunes of the company doubled in less than 12 months. After accomplishing his celebrated target, he voluntarily retired in 2018 as the head of sales and marketing in product department before establishing himself as a resourceful entrepreneur; He is an accomplished Engineer with enviable records. Furthermore, his impact in the real estate, and construction is commendable with passion of fulfilment. A distinguished humanitarian and innovative business leader.
Engr. Akinwunmi among other businesses he has founded currently work as the CEO, SEDAV Projects and Construction Services, Lagos, Nigeria, where service delivery is nothing but excellence and dependable. In fact, his company is a household brand in the construction industry. He recently diversified into the world of cybersecurity and AI seeing the future in this business area. He is the chairman; CYBERNOVA AI NIG. LTD. Academically, he holds a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering from the Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, a master’s degree in Chemical Engineering and management from the University of Lagos. Fondly called 'BA' by his friends and well-wishers, a successful business man with kind hearted driven purpose, he established a humanitarian centre called, “BA IMPACT LIFE FOUNDATION” a non-governmental organization (NGO), focusing on helping the less privileged and supporting churches and evangelical organizations in promoting the gospel of Jesus Christ.
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Admin
Folashade Shabiolegbe
Customer Service/Training Manager
Manages customer service and training operations.
Olawale Olasoju
Lead Technical
Our Lead Technical Trainer - responsible for technical training and development.
Damilola Adetunji
Financial Administrator
Our Financial Administrator - taking care of company's finances.