Following the alert by the Economic and Financial
Crimes Commission, EFCC, concerning an attempted cyber attack by some unscrupulous elements, PremiumTrust Bank has
reassured its customers, stakeholders, and the general
banking public that its security architecture remains resilient.
The bank, in a statement, also vowed to protect customers’ data and deposits.
It said: “The attempt to gain unauthorized access to our database and
infrastructure was swiftly detected and completely neutralized by
our Internal Information Security and IT Surveillance Teams
through real-time monitoring and advanced security protocols. The
incident was promptly escalated to the appropriate law
enforcement authorities, culminating in the EFCC’s arrest and prosecution of the suspects.
PremiumTrust Bank appreciates the Economic and Financial
Crimes Commission (EFCC) for its swift and highly professional
response in not only foiling the cyberattack but also diligently
tracking down the syndicate and their collaborators. We deeply
value the Commission’s unwavering commitment towards
safeguarding the integrity of Nigeria’s financial system.
“The individuals—now facing trial at the Federal High Court,
Lagos—were prevented from executing their malicious plan.
This outcome clearly validates the effectiveness, vigilance, and
sophistication of PremiumTrust Bank’s cybersecurity framework. It
further proves that our system functions precisely as intended —
detecting, blocking, and escalating threats without compromising
customer trust or data.
“We remain unwavering in our duty to protect customers’ data and
deposits, using a world-class, multilayered security infrastructure.
“As we continue to invest in innovative cybersecurity solutions –
real-time analytics, AI-driven threat intelligence, and staff
cybersecurity training, we also encourage our customers to
practice safe digital banking habits and remain vigilant at all times.
Thank you for your continued trust and patronage.”