In commemoration of the 2025 Safer Internet Day, a nonprofit organisation, Webfala Digital Skills for All Initiative (WDSFAI) has hosted a summit in Ilorin to address the growing concerns of internet safety for children and young people.

At the summit, which brought together digital enthusiasts, civil society members, media professionals, parents, teachers, and children, the stake – holders emphasised the urgent need for more proactive measures to safeguard young internet users.

Safer Internet Day, marked annually in February, aims to promote the safe use of digital technology, particularly for children and young people.

Leading a session on “digital safety and well-being”, Wale Bakare, a digital rights advocate, highlighted the importance of safe online practices to protect personal information, recognise cyber threats, and navigate the digital space securely.