Social media is a powerful tool for communication, learning, and connecting with others. However, when used carelessly, it can expose individuals and their families to unnecessary security risks.
Criminals often monitor public posts to gather information about people’s movements, routines, locations, and personal activities.
Sharing travel plans, real-time locations, expensive purchases, family details, or daily routines can unintentionally reveal information that may be exploited by those with criminal intentions. It is often safer to share certain updates after you have returned home or completed your activities.
Before posting online, ask yourself whether the information could expose you, your family, or your property to danger. Review your privacy settings regularly and be mindful of who can view your posts.
A security-conscious individual uses social media wisely, protects personal information, and thinks about security before clicking the “post” button.
Quote: Think before you post. What you share today could become the information someone else misuses tomorrow.
Just be good. Reflect. Stay alert.
Moruf Yusuf (Ojogbon)
ANIPR, MISN, FCAI, FIIM, MSPSP
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Friday, 17th July, 2026
