A new alliance between Nigerian software engineer Ayorinde Akindemowo Olayiwola and US-based cybersecurity specialist Raphael Nyonyoh is setting a new standard for small business security in West Africa. Their joint effort centers on the recently launched Cybersecurity Threat Intelligence Platform (CTIP)—a tech-driven solution designed to empower small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with robust cyber defense tools.
Currently in its pilot rollout, CTIP is already gaining momentum among SMEs in Nigeria and Ghana. The platform leverages artificial intelligence to monitor digital environments, identify vulnerabilities, and prioritize threats—all in real-time. Its automation capabilities simplify the response process, easing the pressure on limited IT teams and making advanced cybersecurity both accessible and affordable.
Bridging the Gap for Small Businesses
“For many SMEs, comprehensive cybersecurity has always felt out of reach,” explained Raphael Nyonyoh, who is actively involved in cybersecurity research in the US states of Ohio and Tennessee. “With CTIP, we’re lowering that barrier by offering AI-powered threat detection and streamlined incident response that fits smaller operational structures.”
Nyonyoh said the early response from businesses using CTIP in both countries has been promising. “We’re seeing enthusiastic adoption and hearing directly from users that the platform is making a meaningful impact. Their feedback is invaluable as we continue refining its features to meet their evolving needs.”
Global Potential in Sight
While CTIP is currently focused on Nigerian and Ghanaian markets, Nyonyoh noted that the platform has the potential to expand into the US, particularly in regions where small businesses face similar cybersecurity vulnerabilities.
“The issues we’re solving in West Africa are just as relevant for small businesses in the US,” he said. “The demand for scalable, cost-effective security solutions is universal, and our goal is to bridge that global gap.”
As the CTIP project continues to evolve, both partners are optimistic about its potential to reshape how SMEs manage digital threats, one secure business at a time.
