PremiumTrust Bank has assured its customers, stakeholders, and the wider banking public of the strength and reliability of its cybersecurity framework following a recently thwarted cyberattack attempt.
In an official statement, the bank confirmed that the attempted breach, which targeted its database and digital infrastructure, was swiftly detected and neutralized by its Internal Information Security and IT Surveillance Teams. The bank credited real-time monitoring tools and advanced security protocols for the early detection and prevention of the attack.
“This incident was escalated to law enforcement agencies, leading to the arrest and prosecution of the suspects by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC),” the bank noted.
PremiumTrust Bank expressed gratitude to the EFCC for its prompt and professional intervention in not only foiling the attack but also in tracking down the syndicate and its collaborators. The suspects are currently standing trial at the Federal High Court in Lagos.
The bank emphasized that the foiled attempt is a clear validation of the effectiveness and vigilance embedded within its cybersecurity system. “Our infrastructure did exactly what it was designed to do—detect, block, and escalate threats in real time without compromising customer trust or data,” the statement said.
Reaffirming its commitment to data security, the bank stated that it would continue to invest in multilayered security systems, including AI-driven threat intelligence, real-time analytics, and rigorous staff training on cybersecurity best practices.
It also urged its customers to adopt safe digital banking habits and stay alert against phishing and other forms of online fraud, noting that the security of the banking ecosystem is a shared responsibility.
PremiumTrust Bank’s swift response not only reinforces customer confidence but also sets a benchmark for digital resilience in Nigeria’s financial sector.
