Prempeh inaugurates Energy Sector CERT Implementation C’ttee
Energy Minister, Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh has inaugurated an Energy Sector Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT) implementation committee in line with the dictates of section 44 of the Cyber Security Act, 2020 (Act 1038).
In his remarks Dr. Prempeh indicated that, Ghana’s energy sector infrastructure within the context of the global energy value chain is not insulated from cyber-attacks which, therefore, means there must be deliberate efforts at combating such crimes, as the incapacitation and destruction of these infrastructure would have a devastating impact on the national economy.
He further indicated his recognition of the need for an effective cybersecurity control in the energy sector. "This, I believe will help us quickly detect and prevent potential cyber incidents and minimize their impacts, even when they occur," he said.
The Minister tasked the committee to among others, harmonise the efforts of all stakeholders to ensure that the country has a firm grip over the cyber security space of our sector.
"As sector Minister, I remain committed to synergizing our efforts with the Cyber Security Authority (CSA) for a smooth implementation process," he said.
He continued " the cyber space of the energy sector is one that is very important as far as guarding the sanctity of the work we do is concerned. We are thus, prioritizing it with all the seriousness we can muster."
The committee inaugurated on Friday, 20th January, 2023, is chaired by Deputy Energy Minister, Andrew Mercer with support from the Director General of the Cyber Security Authority, Dr. Albert Antwi Boasiako.
Source: Classfmonline.com
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